By OBAKENG MAJE
Two suspects aged 31 and 32 linked to the murder of the former Vaaltar FM presenter and socialite, Tshepang Seelo (32) has been arrested. They are expected to appear at Taung Magistrate’s Court on Thursday for assault and kidnapping.
Seelo, who was kidnapped on 31 October 2021, was found dead in a furrow at Khibitswane village in Taung on Wednesday. It was reported that Seelo, who was from a local tavern, was kidnapped while walking in the streets with his girlfriend in Modimong village near Taung.
He allegedly saw the two suspects stealing roof sheets from a certain house and called them out. It is alleged that the two ‘attackers’ accosted him, but his girlfriend managed to escape unharmed.
The suspects allegedly abducted Seelo, shoved him in a white bakkie and drove away with him.
The North West police spokesperson, Capt Aafje Botma said: “I can confirm that the body of Seelo was discovered yesterday after he was allegedly kidnapped on Sunday. He had bruises in his face and an open wound in his back. The deceased was identified by his family.
“A post-mortem will be conducted today to determine the cause of his death. Two suspects are expected to appear today in court for kidnapping and assault.”
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