By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
30 September 2024- A farmer (81) was found dead at the gate of a neighbouring farm in Kuruman on 27 September 2024. Hendrik Venter left his farm situated between Kuruman and Hotazel, at approximately 8:30am to visit cattle posts.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said Venter was found at around 9:45am at the gate of a neighbouring farm next to his vehicle. Ehlers said he was found with wounds to his head.
“It is alleged that an undisclosed amount of money was missing. The police were immediately notified and the 72-hour activation plan was implemented.
“A search operation comprising units from Kuruman, including K9, Visible Policing, Highway Patrol, Crime intelligence, and Local Criminal Record Centre, was activated to search for the suspects,” she said.
Ehlers further said at approximately 6pm, three suspects were tracked near Hotazel. She added that, it is believed that four suspects are still at large and the tracing operation continues. Anyone who has information can contact Lt Col Gert du Plessis at 082 454 2942.
“All information will be handled with confidentiality,” she said.
Meanwhile, it is alleged that four suspects were arrested and set to appear in court soon.
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