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A KwaZulu-Natal man has been arrested for the brutal murder and mutilation of two of his friends.
According to police, the 25-year-old man allegedly stabbed Democracy Nkululeko Zulu, 21, more than 25 times and slit his throat.
“It is alleged that on December 7 at 11.50pm, Democracy Nkululeko Zulu was stabbed to death while at Nkobongo area in Shakaskraal. His throat was also slit and he sustained multiple injuries to the body. A case of murder was opened for investigation at Umhlali SAPS,” said police spokesperson Col Thembeka Mbele.
On Tuesday, 10 days later, the killer struck again — this time allegedly stabbing Sipho Mthiyane, also 21, and gouging out his eyes.
“On December 17 at 4.20am, at Shongololo Road in Shayamoya, Sipho Mthiyane was found lying on the road with multiple stab wounds to the body. His eyes were gouged out.”
Mbele said the accused was arrested during an intelligence-driven operation conducted by the Ilembe task team, Umhlali police and the K9 unit.
“The operation was carried out last night at 9.30pm, searching for suspects involved in robberies as well as two murder cases committed in KwaDukuza and Umhlali areas.”
Three women were rescued from an alleged human trafficking ring in Kimberley, Northern Cape, the Hawks said on Thursday.
Hawks spokesperson Nomthandazo Mnisi said they followed up on information on Tuesday about a woman who was allegedly involved in the crime.
At the location, they found three women aged between 17 and 22, Mnisi said.
The women were allegedly transported between Barkley West and Kimberley for sexual exploitation, said Mnisi.
A 27-year-old man was arrested and will appear in the Kimberley Magistrate’s Court on December 24 for a bail application.
Gauteng police have launched a manhunt for three men following the deaths of five patrons at a tavern.
According to police, the five were killed on Monday at a tavern in Freedom Park, Eldorado Park, south of Johannesburg.
“It is alleged that three armed suspects wearing balaclavas forced entry and stormed into Intaba Tavern, also known as Jabu’s Tavern, near Parkway Drive in Freedom Park. (They) assaulted and robbed the 53-year-old tavern owner of an undisclosed amount of cash and his cellphone,” said Saps in a statement.
The suspects then randomly fired shots, hitting seven people. Five men died at the scene, while another man and a woman were rushed to hospital. The injured pair were discharged on Tuesday morning.
“Police officers who were patrolling the area escaped unharmed after random shots were allegedly also fired in their direction. The state vehicle was damaged as a result of the shooting.”
The police are asking anyone who might have witnessed the incident or has information that could lead to the apprehension of the suspects, to contact Eldorado Park police or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
“In the meantime, police have also noted with concern a video clip circulating on social media, purporting to have been captured just after this shooting incident. The person who filmed the incident is called upon to contact the police as any piece of information could add value to the investigation,” said Saps.
Gauteng police commissioner Lt-Gen General Elias Mawela condemned the violence and vowed to heighten police visibility near places of entertainment over the festive season.
“Investigators must work around the clock to ensure that the suspects are found and arrested,” he said. – Sowetan Live
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