By AGISANANG SCUFF
11 November 2025- The Mahikeng-based Serious Commercial Crime Investigation Unit seeks public assistance in locating a man who is linked to a fraud case. In May 2022, a woman from Mahikeng was allegedly defrauded over R800 000 by her boyfriend, who is believed to be a Ugandan national.
The Hawks spokesperson in North West Lieutenant Colonel Tinyiko Mathebula said the reports indicate that the woman was told by her boyfriend to resign from her work and take all her pension money to a prayer room, where it would be blessed by her ancestors. Mathebula said she allegedly followed the instructions and was promised that she would get R15 million in return.
“Following the prayer session, the man disappeared without a trace. Anyone with information that can assist the police in locating the man in the picture is urged to contact the investigation officer, Warrant Officer John Seolwane on 082 450 1400.
“Alternatively, you can anonymously report via MySAPS App or contact Crime Stop number on 08600 10111,” he said.
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