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16 branded cattle carcasses found in Hlanganani

PHOTOS MAY NOT BE FOR SENSITIVE VIEWERS. Police are requesting anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of those involved to contact Lieutenant Colonel Molepa Mafokwane at 0824142716

LIMPOPO – Police in Hlanganani outside Giyani are seeking information which can assist in the apprehension of suspects responsible for the theft and slaughter of sixteen cattle at a grazing camp between Ntshunxi and Ribungwani villages on Monday afternoon, 23 December 2019.

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Police Spokesperson, Brig Motlafela Mojapelo says the skinned carcasses of the cattle were found by the community and upon arrival, preliminary investigations revealed the suspects might have been disturbed and fled from the scene in a haste, leaving behind the carcasses.

“The hides had brand marks which assisted in identifying their rightful owner. The total value is estimated at R150 000,” he said.

Photo: Limpopo police

Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of the suspects is requested to contact Lieutenant Colonel Molepa Mafokwane at 0824142716, the crime stop number 0860010111 or the nearest police station.

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