Supect netted in connection with death of Ekurhuleni auditor Mpho Mafole
Mafole was shot in Kempton Park earlier this month while he was on his way home from work.
He had been investigating a 'mysterious' two billion rand revenue shortfall from the metro's electricity accounts.
Gauteng police spokesperson, Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi, said the unnamed 40-year-old suspect was arrested by police on Sunday.
She says police are also looking for his alleged co-conspirator Hlanganani Mncwango.
'The team is also looking for a second suspect by the name of Hlanganani Agripper Mncwango, after a warrant of arrest was issued for him by the court. The police urge Mncwango to hand himself over to the nearest police station or anyone who may have information about his whereabouts to contact the Crime Stop Line at 08600 10111 or anonymously give tip-offs on MySapsApp, which can be downloaded on any smartphone.'
Mafole had only been working for three months as Ekurhuleni municipality's head of forensic audits.
Ekurhuleni mayor says prior to his death, Mafole had submitted an interim report of what possibly could have led to the metro losing about two billion rand from its electricity revenue.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
TimesLIVE
a day ago
- TimesLIVE
Two church robbers and doctor's hijacker arrested by Mpumalanga police
Two of five armed robbers who stormed into a church service in Klipfontein, Witbank, on Wednesday evening have been arrested on charges of robbery and kidnapping. Nine church members, including the pastor and church elders, were held at gunpoint shortly before 7pm and ordered to lie down, Mpumalanga police spokesperson Brig Donald Mdhluli said. They were searched by the suspects and bound with cable ties before being robbed of their cellphones, wallets containing bank cards, laptops and a computer screen belonging to the church. The suspects demanded their car keys and their pin codes for the cellphones they took. 'The victims were forced into three vehicles belonging to them. The suspects drove to a remote area in the bush where two of them remained to guard the victims while the others went away, only to return later and collect their two accomplices. 'The family members of the victims reported the incident to the authorities. A collaborative effort between police and Tracker Connect led to the vehicles being traced — one near Vosman and the other in Silverton, Gauteng. 'The victims were traced to a bushy area in Kromdraai. One individual sustained minor injuries and was given medical treatment by medical personnel,' Mdhluli said. Three vehicles were recovered: a Mercedes-Benz found in Vosman in the possession of a 21-year-old suspect, a VW Polo abandoned in Vosman and an Isuzu KB bakkie, which was traced and recovered in Silverton where a 27-year-old male suspect was arrested. The two suspects are expected to appear in court soon. Mpumalanga police also arrested a robber after he hijacked a doctor in Barberton. The doctor was on his way home after finishing a work shift when he was accosted by two armed suspects at about 11.45pm on Tuesday, said Lt-Col Jabu Ndubane. He was hijacked of his white Mahindra bakkie. The suspects then fled the scene. The Nelspruit flying squad tracked the stolen vehicle travelling towards Machadodorp, heading in the direction of Nelspruit via the Schoemanskloof Road. While patrolling on the N4, they spotted the vehicle and gave chase. 'The driver drove further and took a turn-off to the Sabie Road near the Sudwala Caves. The driver lost control of the vehicle and it veered off the road. While the passenger managed to escape, the driver was apprehended at the scene,' Ndubane said. Police recovered a 9mm pistol with its serial number filed off, ammunition and a military-grade jamming device with 16 antennas. In both cases, the pursuit of the remaining suspects continues. Police urge anyone with information that may assist in apprehending them to contact the Crime Stop number at 08600-10111 or send information via the MySAPSApp. All information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
The Citizen
3 days ago
- The Citizen
A growing crisis: Fourth woman reported missing
A learner from Mkhulu Combined School, Boniswa Sesi Mafuleki (21) from Kwa-Mapimpane, went missing last Saturday. According to information, her family was away and she stayed at home, but when they arrived back, she was nowhere to be seen. The family asked the neighbours if they had seen her, and one neighbour said she had borrowed some money so she could go to town. She was last seen wearing a pair of jeans, a white crop top, and brown boots, and was carrying a small handbag. Boniswa's father, Given Segoane, went to the police station to open a missing person's case, and has checked the mortuary and hospitals in vain. The family is urging anyone with information to call 082 228 8299 or 071 136 5763, visit their nearest police station, call Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or use the My SAPS App. • Luisa Samuels has been missing since last Friday. According to her family, Luisa was going to Sozama Secondary School on Friday morning as usual, but never arrived and hasn't been seen since. The family shared with the Middelburg Observer that it is not in her character to run away from home. Luisa was last seen wearing a tracksuit with the words New York written on it, and she was carrying her green Puma school bag. A missing person's case was opened at the police station, and investigations are underway. The family is not yet sure if she was kidnapped, but they urge anyone who may have seen her to call 083 857 1605 or report it to their nearest police station. • Another two women are also missing. Charlotte Thulisile Mlotshwa (24) from Kwazomukuhle Extension 9, Hendrina, has been missing since July 20. Thabisile Thabethe (36) from Blinkpan has been missing since May 30
The Citizen
25-07-2025
- The Citizen
Gauteng Police foil CIT heist, five suspects killed in shootout
The gun battle between the suspects and the man in blue occurred in Crown Mines. Police intelligence foiled a cash-in-transit heist in Johannesburg leading to a high-speed chase and shootout resulting in the death of five suspects. Picture: Saps Five cash-in-transit (CIT) suspects have been shot dead during a confrontation with police in Johannesburg. The gun battle between the suspects and the man in blue occurred in Crown Mines on Thursday afternoon. Shootout Police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said officers operationalised intelligence information on suspects planning to commit a cash-in-transit robbery in Johannesburg. 'Their vehicle was spotted on the M1/M2 highway split, and they sped off when they noticed the police. As a chase ensued, the suspects started shooting at the police, who retaliated. The suspect's vehicle crashed into a palisade fence. 'All five occupants were fatally shot. Preliminary investigation reveals that the same vehicle was involved in a murder and cash-in-transit robbery that occurred on 14 July 2025 at Kingsley in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). ALSO READ: Interpol arrests Chinese fugitive in South Africa Swift response Nevhuhulwi said the Provincial Commissioner of Gauteng, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, commended the joint forces for their coordinated and swift response. The operation involved multiple units including the National Counter Intelligence, tactical response team from Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), the Directorate of Priority Crime Investigation (the Hawks), Gauteng Traffic and private security companies for a swift reaction. 'This collaborative efforts are yielding success and should send a strong message to criminals that police will not repose and will continue to deal decisively with criminal issues', said Mthombeni'. Picture: Saps Police have urged the public to work together with the police to fight crime by reporting any criminal activities to the Crime Stop Hotline at 08600 10111 or anonymously give tip-offs on MySapsApp. KZN shootout Earlier this month, KZN police foiled a CIT heist, killing two suspects in the shootout. The suspects were shot dead during a multi-disciplinary intelligence-led operation in the Sinyameni area under the Msinga policing precinct. Police spokesperson Brigadier Jay Naicker said two other men in their forties were arrested for being in illegal possession of firearms and ammunition, as well as attempted murder, following the foiled CIT robbery. ALSO READ: Police say reports of R18m found in KZN house is fake news
