By REGINALD KANYANE
15 June 2026 – The police in Mooinooi have launched a manhunt for suspects responsible for the death of a man and the serious injury of another in an alleged vigilante attack. It is alleged that on 14 June 2026 at approximately 2:30am, the police received a complaint regarding an incident of alleged mob justice in Newtown Section, in Bapong.
The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Sam Tselanyane said upon arrival at the scene, the police found a man lying next with visible injuries to the road, bleeding. Tselanyane said although he was still alive, he was unable to communicate with the police due to the severity of his condition.
“While at the scene, the police heard someone calling for help from nearby bushes. They proceeded to the area and found another seriously injured man, who was able to speak. He identified himself as well as the first victim.
“Furthermore, the police found only two victims at the scene, both of whom were naked. Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) personnel were summoned and the first victim was declared dead at the scene. The second victim was ferried to a local hospital for medical treatment,” he said.
Tselanyane further said the police are appealing to anyone with information that may assist in the investigation to contact the Investigating Officer, Detective Constable Tshidiso Mankgaba on 078 509 4895 or the South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Stop number on 08600 10111. He added that anonymous tip-offs can also be submitted via the MySAPS App.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, condemned the alleged vigilante attack, describing it as a blatant disregard for the rule of law that cannot be tolerated. Naidoo warned community members to work with the police and allow the criminal justice system to take its course, rather than taking the law into their own hands, which is unlawful and may lead to prosecution.
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