By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
30 September 2024- A policeman (47) briefly appeared in the Rustenburg Magistrate’s Court on 30 September 2024, for attempted murder. A policeman, who is a Sergeant attached to Marikana Police Station, was arrested in the early hours of the morning on Friday, 27 September 2024, in Marikana.
The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh said the suspect was apprehended after he allegedly shot a victim (22) in the head after he flirted with his girlfriend at a tavern at the RDP Section. Myburgh said the victim was rushed to a local hospital, where he is admitted in a critical condition.
“A 9mm pistol was seized on the scene and the matter was referred to the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), for further investigation,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, welcomed the arrest and thanked the police for their continued efforts and quick response that led to the arrest. Kwena also reiterated that employees involved in criminal conduct will not be condoned in the service.
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