By REGINALD KANYANE
15 January 2025 – The acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General Patrick Asaneng conveys his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, relatives and colleagues of the late Sergeant Fundiswa Motlhaoleng (45) who was allegedly gunned down on Tuesday afternoon, 14 January 2025, at Randlespark, Klerksdorp.
According to Asaneng, Motlhaoleng who is stationed at Jouberton Visible Policing and in full uniform, was shot by unknown suspects while in her private vehicle, on her way to work. He further said the incident took place on Taljaart Kruger Street, Randlespark, where three empty cartridges and ammunition were found.
“Motlhaoleng’s body was found with what appeared to be gunshot wounds on the right jaw and hand respectively. A black Volkswagen Polo vehicle with four occupants, was allegedly spotted driving off from the scene at a high speed.
“The motive of the incident is yet to be determined and no arrest has been effected and investigations into the matter by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) are underway,” said Asaneng.
He added that they condemn the incident, which he described as intolerable and callous, considering that the loss of a police officer impacts negatively on service delivery and the entire organisation. Asaneng ordered the investigation team to work around the clock to ensure that alleged perpetrators are arrested. “We remind our members to constantly be alert whether on or off-duty,” he said.
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