EASTERN CAPE - SAPS Humansdorp detectives are seeking the community’s assistance in tracing a witness in a murder which took place on 12 July 2018 in Kwanomzamo.

It is alleged that on the mentioned date, at about 10:00 Thulani Matodlana (35 years old at the time), the suspect and another friend were in the deceased’s yard when the suspect, Nkosinathi Herman (26 years old at the time) was playing with a knife. He allegedly fatally stabbed Matodlana once in his chest. Both the deceased and the suspect knew each other.

Siyamthando Zamali was present when the incident occurred. A statement was taken from him however when the case was set for trial, Zamali no longer lived in the area. His current whereabouts are unknown.

A case of murder is under investigation.

Anyone who can assist police in tracing the whereabouts of Zamali is asked to contact SAPS Humansdorp, Detective Warrant Officer Corne Smit on 042 200 8100 / 071 678 8072 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station. All information is confidential, and callers may remain anonymous.

Source: South African Police Service