POLOKWANE – According to a statement issued by Police spokesperson,Constable Maphure Manamela, it is alleged that on the said day, the 44-year-old magistrate had booked into the accommodation together with a female companion, who he allegedly met earlier around town. It is understood that while inside the room the victim had had a drink and passed out. When he was woken up by the employees at around 07:00 he realised his cellphone and motor vehicle, BMW 3-series, had been stolen. His companion had also disappeared and it is suspected the drink he had may have been spiked.
The police were immediately notified and commenced with initial investigations until the stolen vehicle was found abandoned in Soshanguve, Gauteng a week later.
The police have since launched a manhunt for the suspect (s) and are requesting the person in the following picture to avail herself at the nearest police station as it is believed she can assist in the investigation of this case.
Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of the suspect(s) or who knows the whereabouts of the person in the picture, is requested to contact Warrant Officer Issac Ntokola at 076150 3292. Alternatively they can contact the police emergency number 0860010111, the crime SMS LINE 32211 or the nearest police station.
