LIMPOPO – The two suspects arrested in connection with the murder of the Collins Chabane Municipality mayor Moses Maluleke (56) appeared before the Malamulele Magistrates’ Court on Monday (August 1).
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Shumani Nemadodzi (47) and Avhatakali Mulaudzi (42) face charges of robbery with aggravating circumstances, murder, attempted murder and possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.
NPA Limpopo spokesperson Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi said three suspects were initially arrested, however, one was released after investigations could not positively link him to the incident.
Maluleke was shot and killed outside his home in Xikundu Village on July 21 during an attack in which his teenage son was injured.
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“It is alleged the accused gained access to the premises of the deceased and shot him. The incident happened while the deceased was with his 18-year-old son,” Malabi-Dzhangi said.
The matter is adjourned to August 10 for bail application and further investigations to take place.
“The accused will remain in custody,” Malabi-Dzhangi said.
