11 December 2024- The police in Ikageng request the community’s assistance in locating and identifying a man as per attached identikit. On 13 November 2024, at around 8:30pm, a complainant (27), was allegedly busy helping customers in a tuck shop in Mogolodi Street, Extension 7, in Ikageng Township, near Potchefstroom, when two unknown suspects entered.
The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh said one of them was armed with a firearm and demanded money.
“They robbed the complainant of cash, an airtime machine, cellular phone and cigarettes. One of the suspects is dark in complexion with dark eyes, medium in height and a slender built body. He was wearing a black/dark blue sporty hat.
“Anyone with information that can assist the police to identify and trace the man, is requested to contact the Investigating Officer, Sergeant George Phamudi of Ikageng Detectives on 082 416 1015 or 018 294 1438,” she said.
Myburgh further said anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the MySAPS App on your smartphone or alternatively call Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
Picture: The police at crime scene in Vryburg/Facebook
By REGINALD KANYANE
11 December 2024- A boy (1) was brutally killed at Colour Block Extension in Vryburg on 7 December 2024. It is alleged that the mother of the boy was outside her house when her neighbour (27), allegedly approached her.
The North West police spokesperson in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster, Sergeant Tryphosa van Rooyen said the neighbour allegedly grabbed the boy from his mother, who was holding him in her arms. Van Rooyen said the suspect was allegedly armed with a knife.
“The mother shouted for help and community members came to assist. The suspect went inside his house and locked the door. Thereafter, he stabbed the boy to death and then stabbed himself.
“Both were declared dead on the scene. There was no relationship or conflict between the mother and the suspect, they are just neighbours. The suspect was arrested about two weeks back for assault GBH, after assaulting his own brother,” she said.
Van Rooyen further said this case was still going on in court.
11 December 2024- South Africa got off to a flying start at the Africa Netball Cup 2024, which kicked off this Monday at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund. The men’s and women’s teams made resounding statements on the tournament’s opening day.
Owethu Ngubane was unable to travel with the squad to Namibia due to injury but will be ready to return for the series in Jamaica in January. South Africa’s men’s team, who are the defending champions, turned on a dominant performance, securing a 98-8 victory over Lesotho in their opening match.
The team, led by Sicelo Gamede in Goal Defence, showcased exceptional strength, establishing a commanding 48-6 lead by halftime. They sealed their win in the final two quarters.
The victory marked the international debuts of several promising players, Vukile Zulu, Kwandile Sithole, Shane Labuschagne, Romeo Nqcaku, and Lwazi Nzama. In their second match, the South African men continued their winning streak with a convincing 67-38 victory over debutants Namibia.
They Were All Fired Up
Head Coach of the SA men’s team, Jabulani Vilane, praised his troops’ confidence and execution in the first match against Lesotho, while acknowledging areas for improvement observed in the second game against Namibia.
“The game was not that tough against Lesotho, but the boys’ confidence was good. They were all fired up and they performed all the combinations we tried very well,” said Vilane.
Meanwhile, the South African women’s team, the SPAR Proteas, also enjoyed an impressive start to their campaign, securing a record-breaking 74-29 victory over Kenya.
This marks their largest-ever winning margin and highest-ever goal tally against Kenya in an Africa Netball Cup match. It surpassed their previous best of 67-25 (a 42-goal difference) in 2021. The SPAR Proteas demonstrated exceptional speed and precision, establishing a significant 21-5 lead after the first quarter.
The experienced captain, Khanyisa Chawane, led the charge.
Their dominance continued throughout the match. At halftime, they had a commanding 41-11 lead. They went on to win the third quarter by 58-20 points.
Tough One Against Malawi
SPAR Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk expressed satisfaction with the team’s victory over Kenya but said there is room for improvement. She highlighted the need for greater clinical execution and emphasised the importance of thorough analysis and adjustments before facing Malawi.
11 December 2024- The Huhudi Detectives appeal to the community to assist them in identifying an unknown body of a man estimated to be in his thirties. The body was found on the N18 road near Tigerkloof.
The Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster police spokesperson, Sergeant Tryphosa van Rooyen said the deceased is slender built, light in complexion, 1.88-metre-tall and was wearing a red t-shirt, grey beanie written “cool”, blue Chelsea long track pant with grey Adidas tekkies.
“The only item found in his possession was a Nedbank card written M Maine. Anyone who may have information that can assist the police in identifying the body, is requested to contact Captain Thabo Moremi on 082 661 7535,” she said.
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