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North West gogo raped, killed by grandson

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BY OBAKENG MAJE
A 20-year-old suspect will appear in Ganyesa Magistrates’ Court on Friday on the alleged murder and rape of a 77-year-old woman on Thursday. 

North West police spokesperson sergeant Kelebogile Moleko said it is alleged that on the said date, police received information of murder and rape that took place at Tlakgameng Village in Ganyesa at approximately 01:00.

“The police allegedly upon arrival at the scene, found an old woman lying in a pool of blood.  According to the information available, it appears that her grandson raped and strangled her to death in her bedroom. The motive of  incident is still unknown at this stage and police investigation continues” Moleko said.

The North West Acting Provincial Commissioner; Major General Jacob Tsumane has condemned the incident in the strongest possible terms.

“It is the responsibility of the broader community to ensure the safety of the elderly and other vulnerable groups. As the police we will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that all those who are abusing the elderly are brought to book”, said Major General Jacob Tsumane.      
-TDN
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Klerksdorp street kid killed in a scuffle over food

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BY OBAKENG MAJE

Klerksdorp- Police are investigating a case of murder after a 15-year-old street kid only known as Thabang was murdered on Tuesday, at about 22:17 at an open space at Magritta Prinsloo street near the Traffic Department in Klerksdorp.

 

North West police spokesperson, sergeant KelebogilebMoleko said according to the information they eceived, there were  five boys (street kids) between  the ages of 13 and 19  who waited for the soft porridge that  was prepared by the victim.  It is  alleged that the suspect demanded the soft porridge and an argument ensued between the boys and one of them  gave the suspect the knife and he stabbed the victim on the neck.  

“Allegations further states  that the victim fell down, bled heavily and the two suspects fled the scene.   One of the boys ran to Klerksdorp hospital which was not far from the scene to request  for medical assistance for the victim,” Moleko said.

 

The Emergency Medical Services attended to the scene and the victim was certified dead.

She said the suspect is still at large and the police appeals to anyone who can assist with information which can lead to the arrest of the suspect and also in locating the family members of the deceased to contact the Klerksdorp police station on 018 464 5061. Alternatively, Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or anonymous tip-offs can be done through the Crime Line sms-line on: 32211.  

 -TDN

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North West man hits woman with axe, burnt self

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By Obakeng Maje

Police in Atamelang are investigating a case of  Attempted Murder and Arson after a 54-year-old woman was beaten with an axe by her 52-year-old boyfriend on Monday,  about 16:15  in Vergewart, Atamelang.

 

North West police spokesperson colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said the suspect was involved in a fight with his girlfriend when he allegedly took out an axe and hit her on the head several times.

“The woman managed to escape through the window. Allegations further stated that the man burned himself inside the shack. The police were called to the scene and upon arrival the man was burned to ashes.  The woman was admitted in hospital and is in a critical condition” Mokgwabone said.

 

The police have registered a case of Attempted Murder, Arson and an Inquest.  Investigation continues.

-TDN

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