By OBAKENG MAJE
The heartfelt condolences messages continue to pour in after the brutal killing of a nurse in Ipelegeng Township, near Schweizer Reneke. Iris Mohokare, 47, who was recently promoted to the position of Facility Manager at Charon Clinic, was found murdered at her rented place on Thursday last week with her throat slit open.
The North West MEC for Department of Health, Madoda Sambatha condemned the atrocity and said Mohokare was murdered only two days after assuming her new role.
“Mohokare’s murder is devastating and we called on communities to protect women. We condemn the atrocity in the strongest terms. We also appeal to anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the alleged killer to contact the police.
“It is an unfortunate and disturbing reality that women in this country are no longer safe. Our communities and homes have become a haven for criminals, who prey on women and young girls,” he said.
Sambatha sent his heartfelt condolences messages to the bereaved family, colleagues, and friends.
Meanwhile, the North West police spokesperson, Brig Sabata Mokgwabone said: “We can confirm that the police are investigating a case of murder. The deceased was allegedly killed between 12 and 13 October 2022.
“It is alleged that the victim’s body was found on the floor in her rented room at about 06:30 am and the motive of the incident is unknown. No one has been arrested at this stage and an investigation into the matter is underway.”
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