Another suspect was arrested for the murder of Officer Hlatshwayo. Photo: SAPS
Update: Another suspect ARRESTED for 2022 police murder case
The wanted suspect was arrested after he was traced and found at Ermelo hospital admitted with gunshot wounds.
Another suspect was arrested for the murder of Officer Hlatshwayo. Photo: SAPS
A 40-year-old suspect was arrested today, Friday, 23 June 2023 by Secunda-based Serious Organised Crime Investigation in connection with the murder of Officer Hlatshwayo who was stationed at Mahamba border posts.
OFFICER HLATSHWAYO MURDER PLOT
It was reported that the off-duty officer was shot at his home in Piet Retief in February 2022. He managed to call his friend who then rushed him to the local hospital where he was later transferred to Trichardt Medi-Clinic for further medical treatment but was pronounced dead on arrival.
Mogale
“Three suspects including the late sergeant’s wife were later arrested by Secunda Serious Organised Crime.”
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POLICE DISCOVER WIFE’S PARTICIPATION IN THE ASSASSINATION
Police spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale said through further investigation, it was detected that the late sergeant’s wife was in contact with a man from Ermelo and it was also discovered that the suspect’s motor vehicle was indeed used when the Sergeant was shot.
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“The suspect was then traced and found at Ermelo hospital admitted with gunshot wounds. The suspect was arrested and placed under police guard,” explained Mogale, adding that his cellphone was seized for further investigation and he’s expected to appear in court once he has recovered.
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SUSPECT NABBED, A BREAKTHROUGH AFTER ONE YEAR
Initially, last month, (8 May 2023), the investigating team followed up on information on the whereabouts of the previously nabbed suspect and arrested him in Evander. He subsequently appeared in the Piet Retief Magistrates’ court, while police continued to trace more suspects involved.
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This is a developing story. An update will be published as and when new information is available.
