By OBAKENG MAJE
7 May 2025- Two men who were allegedly arrested for kidnapping, robbery aggravating, rape and murder case are expected to appear at Ganyesa Magistrate’s Court today. The accused, Tshepiso Montswane (33) and Gaonapotso Rantsho (33), were arrested after they allegedly kidnapped, robbed, rape and killed Motlalepule Kau (43).
It is alleged that Kau who resided in Montshioa Township, near Mahikeng, was lured by Rantsho and Montswane to Kudunkgwane village, near Ganyesa under false pretence of being traditional healers. It is alleged that Kau was reported missing by her family at Mahikeng Police Station on 23 April 2025, and a search commenced.
The accused allegedly kidnapped, robbed, raped and killed her. Kau’s lifeless body was found buried in a shallow grave in the bushes between Tlakgameng and Kudunkgwane on 24 April 2025.
The North West police spokesperson, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone said Kau’s body was positively identified by a next-of-kin. Mokgwabone said the gruesome discovery came after forensic leads led the investigation teams that worked tirelessly to the area.
“Ransho and Motswane were remanded in custody until 7 May 2025, for possible bail application. They are facing charges of kidnapping, robbery aggravating, rape and murder,” he said.
The duo told the court that, they have a pending rape case.
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