HOGSBACK – The Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect/s involved in a house robbery and murder of a couple in Hogsback.

It is alleged that this morning at about 09:40, police were summoned to a scene at Main Street where they found two bodies (male and female) aged 50 and 66 in a room. Members found that the kitchen door was forced open. The couple’s hand and feet were tied up. There were no visible injuries.

A post mortem will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death.

A case of house robbery and two cases of murder is under investigation.

Anyone with information that can assist police in arresting the suspect/s can contact SAPS Hogsback on 045 962 1030 or alternatively SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station. All information is confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

Source: South African Police Service