Police launch a manhunt for suspect of brutal killing of sisters
Two murder cases were opened.
The Mpumalanga police are on a manhunt for a man suspected to be behind the murder of two sisters, one being a sergeant of Ngodwana Police Station.
Information from a provincial police spokesperson, Brig Selvy Mohlala, indicated that the incident had taken place on Sunday night, May 15, when an argument between the male suspect and his girlfriend, Marcia Mazibuko (43), broke out, and the woman’s sister, Sgt Pretty Mazibuko (42), as well as two other females reportedly intervened.
“It is said the man left only to return later, armed with a firearm. He allegedly shot his partner, Marcia, as she attempted to flee for her life in a blue BMW that had earlier been driven by the suspect.
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“The male suspect reportedly went inside the house and shot at Pretty before he fled the scene. The other two females escaped without being harmed. The sisters were certified dead on arrival at a nearby clinic. A case with two counts of murder has been opened with the KaNyamazane police.”
Mohlala said the police are urging Rassie Nkuna to contact them as they believe he can assist the investigation team in their probe.
“Anyone who knows his whereabouts may contact Det Capt Zephaniah Phiri on 082 469 1542 or call the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111.
“Alternatively, members of the public may send information via the My SAPS app. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous,” Mohlala said.
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The provincial police commissioner, Lt Gen Semakaleng Manamela, vowed that no one is going to be spared or treated lightly when it comes to issues of gender-based violence.
“Condolences to the family of the late siblings who were brutally killed. As management of the police, we take a firm stance against any form of gender-based violence.
“Those who are involved in these particular practices of gender-based violence will be dealt with harshly without fear or favour. We trust that the suspects will soon be brought to book.”
