Picture: Thato Molosankwe/Facebook
By OBAKENG MAJE
20 May 2026 – The acting Police National Commissioner, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane has directed the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General Ryno Naidoo to ensure maximum resources are deployed to hunt down the killers of vocal Mahikeng-born crime activist and traditional healer, Thato Molosankwe. According to the police, Molosankwe was shot and killed after he was attacked at his home in Lomanyaneng village, near Mahikeng in the early hours of this morning.
Dimapane said he sustained multiple gunshot wounds. She further condemned the brutal murder and assured the community that no stone will be left unturned until those responsible are found and brought to book.
“Molosankwe has been described by local police as a community-minded individual, who played an important role in assisting police efforts aimed at strengthening relations between the SAPS and communities. The Provincial Murder and Robbery Unit has taken over investigations into the matter.
“The police are appealing to anyone with information that may assist investigations to contact the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or provide anonymous tip-offs via the MySAPS App,” she said.
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