LIMPOPO – The suspect was arrested last Monday (22 January 2018) at around 22:30 at Senwabarwa Ga-Maponto in the Seshego precinct at one of the local pastor’s house, reported Constable Maphure Manamela.
“The suspect has been sought by the police for the murder of his girlfriend Itumeleng Betha aged (24) at Bergzicht village around Mashashane area on 1 August 2017,” said Manamela.
“It is alleged the suspect entered his girlfriend’s home, strangled her, put a sofa on top of her before burning her lifeless body. The neighbours saw a smoke coming out of the house and went to assist but where shocked to find the deceased already dead and burning. They immediately alerted the police. He has been on the run since then until his arrest,” she explained.
The suspect appeared today in the Seshego District Court and his case was postponed until 9 February 2018 for a formal bail application.
The Provincial Commissioner Lt General Nneke Ledwaba has applauded all the members involved for their sterling work and dedication.”This should serve as a clear message that no one can stop the strong arm of the law and I hope this will give comfort to the family of the victim” said General.
