By BAKANG MOKOTO
26 November 2024- An off-duty policeman, Constable Mojalefa Mogwebi was allegedly shot dead in Kanana Township, near Orkney on Sunday morning. Mogwebi’s lifeless body was found in his vehicle by neighbours, who alerted the police.
According to the North West police spokesperson, Colonel Amanda Funani, Mgwebi was allegedly killed in the early hours of Sunday morning, 24 November 2024. Funani said the deceased was stationed at Jouberton Township, near Klerksdorp and was found with gunshot wounds on his upper body.
“Mogwebi was last seen by his cousins, whom he dropped at their residential places after attending a family gathering in Klerksdorp on Saturday. The motive of the incident is unknown at this stage.
“Investigations into the matter by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation continue,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, conveyed his profound condolences to the family, friends, relatives and colleagues of the late constable. Kwena said that, it is sad to lose a member due to murder and that the incident will have a direct impact on service delivery to the communities.
“I have instructed the investigators to leave no stones unturned in ensuring that those who are responsible are brought to book. The public is urged to report crime by calling the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or using the MySAPS application. Extortion-related incidents can be reported on the Extortion Hotline: 080 091 1011,” he said.
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