Picture: (North West learner stabbed to death)

By OBAKENG MAJE
A 17-year-old girl was arrested today for the alleged murder of Katlego Lesagae (18) in Atamelang, near Delareyville.

North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said the incident occurred this morning at about 6am outside Kopanelo Secondary School in Atamelang.

Myburgh said Lesagae allegedly just exited a school bus outside the school premises when he was approached by the suspect.

“The suspect allegedly stabbed the deceased with an unknown instrument. Lesagae was rushed to a local clinic, where he was certified dead on arrival.

“Moreover, police managed to trace the suspect and arrested her shortly after the incident. The minor will be processed in terms of the Child Justice Act (act no 75 of 2008) and her first court appearance for the alleged murder will be in the Atamelang Magistrates’ Court on Monday, ” she said.

The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena congratulated the police for their quick reaction, which led to the arrest of the alleged perpetrator.

Kwena condemned the incident in the strongest possible terms and requested the community, especially parents, to monitor the behaviour of their children.

“Furthermore, we urged children to refrain from settling differences through violence,” said Kwena.

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By OBAKENG MAJE

A man who is accused of murdering the Roman Catholic Church leader, Rev Joseph Hollanders in Bodibe village near Lichtenburg will remain in custody until 24 January 2020.

Thabang Maseko (23) briefly appeared at Itsoseng Magistrate’s Court in Itsoseng on Friday facing a murder charge.

It is alleged that Maseko entered the missionary house in Bodibe on Monday and tied up Hollanders’ feet and hands before killing him. The victim was found by a passerby who informed the police.

North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said the police found the cellphone allegedly belonging to Hollanders in Maseko’s possession. Now, South African Ministers Council (SAMC) representative, Bishop Maria Mabote calls for the ‘return of the death penalty.

Now, South African Ministers Council (SAMC) representative, Bishop Maria Mabote calls for the ‘return of the death penalty.

“We are devastated after what happened to Hollanders. He was the man of the cloth and we call on justice system to bring back death penalty. We cannot continue to live as if everything is normal, while innocent people are killed like flies,” said Mabote.

Meanwhile, ANCWL in North West condemned the incident. ANCWL acting secretary, Bitsa Lenkopane said the faith leaders play a crucial role in building the society.

“As the ANCWL, we are shocked after the death of Hollanders. The incident brings more questions about whether our people understand the relationship between faith leaders and society.

“The churches play a crucial role within our communities and our people need to understand that. The perpetrator/s need to understand that churches are holy, now imagine entering that area and commit such heinous crime?” Lekopane said.

Lutheran Church leader in Bodibe, Pastor Ruben Menwe said he worked with Hollanders during apartheid. Menwe added that Hollanders was selfless and dedicated to uplift the Bodibe community.

“He arrived here during apartheid and dedicated his life to the community. Now, we are afraid to live in missionaries because of these attacks. However, we believe that the justice system will do the right thing by curbing all criminals out of our communities.

“We cannot continue to live like this and we call for calmness while the justice prevails. We know our people are hurt by what happened, however, two wrongs do not make it right. Those who committed this murder need to receive a harsher sentence,” he said.

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By OBAKENG MAJE

A man who is accused of murdering the Roman Catholic Church leader, Rev Joseph Hollanders in Bodibe village near Lichtenburg will remain in custody until 24 January 2020.

Thabang Maseko (23) briefly appeared at Itsoseng Magistrate’s Court in Itsoseng on Friday facing a murder charge.

It is alleged that Maseko entered the missionary house in Bodibe village near Lichtenburg on Monday and tied up Hollanders’ feet and hands before killing him. The victim was found by a passerby and informed the police.

North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said the police found the cellphone allegedly belonging to Hollanders in Maseko’s possession. Now, South African Ministers Council (SAMC) representative, Bishop Maria Mabote calls for the ‘return of the death penalty.’

“We are devastated after what happened to Hollanders. He was the man of the cloth and we call on justice system to bring back death penalty. We cannot continue to live as everything is normal, while innocent people are killed like flies,” said Mabote.

Meanwhile, ANCWL in North West condemned the incident. ANCWL acting secretary, Bitsa Lenkopane said the faith leaders play a crucial role in building the society.

“As the ANCWL, we are shocked after the death of Hollanders. The incident brings more questions about whether our people understand the relationship between faith leaders and society.

“The churches play a crucial role within our communities and our people need to understand that. The perpetrator/s need to understand that churches are holy, now imagine entering that area and commit such heinous crime?” Lekopane said.

Lutheran Church leader in Bodibe, Pastor Ruben Menwe said he worked with Hollanders during apartheid. Menwe added that Hollanders was selfless and dedicated to uplift the Bodibe community.

“He arrived here during apartheid and dedicated his life to the community. Now, we are afraid to live in missionaries because of these attacks. However, we believe that the justice system will do the right thing by curbing all criminals out of our communities.

“We cannot continue to live like this and we call for calmness while the justice prevails. We know our people are hurt by what happened, however, two wrongs do not make it right. Those who committed this murder need to receive a harsher sentence,” he said.

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Picture: Itsoseng Magistrate’s Court in Itsoseng

By BAKANG MOKOTO

A 23-year-old suspect is expected to appear at Itsoseng Magistrate’s Court in connection with the murder of Roman Catholic leader, Rev Joseph Hollanders.

This comes after Hollanders (83) was found dead at his missionary house in Bodibe village near Lichtenburg on Monday.

North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said Hollanders’ body was found with his hands and feet tied up.

“The victim’s body was discovered at his house within a church premises at about 13:45 in Bodibe village on Monday.

“According to information available at this stage, reports suggest that the victim’s body with hands and feet tied-up, was found by a community member who alerted the police,” Myburgh said.

She added that since the incident was reported, the police have been working around the clock and managed to arrest the suspect on Wednesday night.

Myburgh said the suspect was arrested at his home in Bodibe village and a cellphone allegedly belonging to the victim was found in his possession.

The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena congratulated the investigating officers, for ensuring that the perpetrator was brought to book. He said the police will continue to work hard to ensure that all people are and feel safe.

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