By Obakeng Maje
Sun City-The seven suspects who appeared in Mogwase Magistrates’ Court yesterday for the alleged murder of a 26-year-old man remains in custody till 21 January 2014 for their next court appearance, says colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.

Thabo Phillimon Magomeng,24, Lucy Mahlangu,39, Kelebogile Molapisi,29, Maggie Yvonne Qhayi,34, George Niki Mahlangu,21, Siphiwe Mahlangu,33, Lucky Deon Sito,42 and Neo Ngaledzani,26 are accused.  

The incident occurred on Saturday, 11 January 2014, at approximately 00:30 at Letlhabile section, Ledig village near Sun City. 

“It is alleged that the victim was with his friend when the accused assaulted them, amongst others with sjamboks for allegedly suspecting that they stole a cellular phone” said colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.

According to the report, one of the victims managed to break free and ran away while the other was taken to Moses Kotane hospital by an ambulance after a severe assault.  

The police were later called and informed that the victim died.

The police launched a manhunt for the suspects and that led to their apprehension through assistance and pointing by the other victim.-TDN
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