By REGINALD KANYANE

A 35-year-old man sentenced to two life and 15 years imprisonment by the North West High Court in Klerksdorp in connection with two counts of murder and a count of robbery aggravating. Netshiongolwe Pfunzo brutally killed an elderly couple in their residential area in Potchefstroom back in 2017.

North West police spokesperson, Lit Colonel Amanda Funani said: “The sentencing came after the accused was arrested back in 2017 for the brutal double murder of an elderly couple at their residential place in Potchefstroom.

“Pfunzo stole the victims’ vehicle during the attack. However, the accused was involved in an accident outside Potchefstroom while trying to escape. The quick response of the police led to the apprehension of him at the scene.”

Funani added that the accused has been behind bars since his arrest and he was declared unfit to possess a firearm in terms of Section 103 of the Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000).

The North West Police Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena welcomed sanction. He applauded the Potchefstroom detectives for the excellent investigation, which resulted in the maximum sentence.

Furthermore, Kwena said that the sentence will serve as an indication that those who do the crime, will do time in jail.

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By BAKANG MOKOTO

The North West police launched a manhunt after twelve awaiting trial detainees escaped from lawful custody in Koster on Monday. North West police spokesperson, Brig Sabata Mokgwabone said the suspects aged between 20 and 40 allegedly dug a hole through the police lawful custody and fled.

“The incident took place in the early hours of the morning today. However, two of the escapees have since been re-arrested. The escapees are facing various charges such as assault, burglary theft, and possession of suspected stolen goods.

“Investigation into the matter is underway and police request anyone who may have information that can lead to the re-arrest of the escapees to call the nearest police station or contact Koster Detectives Brànch Commander at 0823739689,” he said.

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