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The Star
11 hours ago
- The Star
Limpopo police constable arrested for culpable homicide after fatal incident involving child
A Limpopo Police Constable faces serious charges after his arrest for culpable homicide and allegedly driving a state vehicle under the influence. Provincial police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said the 36-year-old Constable, stationed at Motetema Police Station in Sekhukhune District, allegedly drove a state vehicle under the influence and struck an 8-year-old boy in the Hlogotlou policing area on August 8 at approximately 19:15. 'It is reported that a Police Constable was driving a state vehicle when he allegedly knocked down an eight years 8-year-old child along the road at Mogaung village, heading in the direction.' Emergency medical services personnel were called to the scene, but the victim succumbed to his injuries. He added that preliminary investigations suggest the Constable was driving under the influence of a substance during the incident, and that the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has been notified to conduct further investigations. The Constable is set to appear before Nebo Magistrate's Court on August 11, facing charges of culpable homicide and alleged driving under the influence of alcohol. Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, strongly welcomed the arrest, emphasising the department's commitment to accountability and justice. "The police are expected to conduct themselves in terms of the SAPS Code of Ethics as well as the Code of Conduct at all material times." The Star [email protected]
IOL News
14 hours ago
- IOL News
Limpopo police constable arrested for culpable homicide after fatal incident involving child
A Limpopo Police Constable faces serious charges after his arrest for culpable homicide and allegedly driving a state vehicle under the influence. Provincial police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said the 36-year-old Constable, stationed at Motetema Police Station in Sekhukhune District, allegedly drove a state vehicle under the influence and struck an 8-year-old boy in the Hlogotlou policing area on August 8 at approximately 19:15. 'It is reported that a Police Constable was driving a state vehicle when he allegedly knocked down an eight years 8-year-old child along the road at Mogaung village, heading in the direction.' Emergency medical services personnel were called to the scene, but the victim succumbed to his injuries. He added that preliminary investigations suggest the Constable was driving under the influence of a substance during the incident, and that the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has been notified to conduct further investigations. The Constable is set to appear before Nebo Magistrate's Court on August 11, facing charges of culpable homicide and alleged driving under the influence of alcohol. Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, strongly welcomed the arrest, emphasising the department's commitment to accountability and justice. "The police are expected to conduct themselves in terms of the SAPS Code of Ethics as well as the Code of Conduct at all material times." The Star
The Citizen
5 days ago
- The Citizen
Swift response saves kidnapped family of 4 in Limpopo
Limpopo police commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe says the swift response from dedicated multi-disciplinary teams prevented potential harm to a kidnapped family of four, who were rescued in the early hours of yesterday morning. Polokwane Review reports that, according to the Limpopo police, a case of kidnapping was reported in Mareseleng village in the Burgersfort policing area after the family – a man, his wife and two minor children – were tied up and forced into their family vehicle. 'Preliminary investigations suggest three armed suspects, dressed in balaclavas, forcibly entered the victims' residence and found the family sleeping in the same bedroom. They threatened the victims, tied them up and kidnapped them, fleeing the scene in the victim's VW Polo hatchback,' provincial police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba says. Prompt response and collaboration with a car tracking company led to the rescue of the family at around 06:00 on a farm in the Modjadjiskloof policing area. They were unharmed. Hadebe commends the teams, adding that their swift response disrupted the kidnappers' plans. 'Police investigations continue and we urge anyone with relevant information to assist in apprehending the suspects. The public are advised to contact the investigating officer, Colonel Saleem Wahab, on 082 319 9291 or call the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111. Alternatively, information can be provided via the MySAPS app or by visiting the nearest police station,' Ledwaba adds. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on
IOL News
5 days ago
- IOL News
Dramatic rescue: Four family members, including kids, saved from kidnappers
Provincial commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe. Image: SAPS A family of four, including two minor children, was rescued unharmed from alleged kidnappers in Limpopo on Wednesday morning. The family was abducted from their home in Mareseleng village on Tuesday by three armed suspects. Police said during the early hours of Tuesday, a case of kidnapping involving a family was reported from Mareseleng village, under the Burgersfort policing area, in Sekhukhune District. The provincial commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, immediately directed an intensified investigation to apprehend the suspects involved. 'Preliminary investigations reveal that three unidentified suspects, dressed in balaclavas and armed with firearms, forcibly entered the victims' residence. They found a man, his wife, and their two minor children sleeping in the same bedroom, threatened and tied them up before kidnapping them,' said provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Malesela Ledwaba. The assailants then fled the scene with the four family members, bundling them in the couple's white Volkswagen Polo hatchback. A kidnapping case was opened at the Burgersfort police station. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading 'Thanks to a prompt police response and collaboration with the car tracking company, the victims were located and rescued unharmed at around 6 am today (Wednesday) on a farm in the Modjadjiskloof policing area,' said Ledwaba. Lieutenant General Hadebe has commended the police teams for their 'resilience and professionalism', emphasizing that the swift response prevented potential harm to the victims and disrupted the assailants' plans. Police investigations are still ongoing. 'We urge anyone with relevant information to assist in apprehending the suspects. Members of the public are advised to contact the investigating officer, Colonel Saleem Wahab at 082 319 9291, or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111,' the police appealed. Alternatively, information can be provided via the MySAPSApp or by visiting the nearest police station. Last year, IOL reported that police in Mpumalanga recovered a white Toyota Fortuner SUV, which was stolen by armed assailants during a house robbery incident. The house robbery occurred at Sabie on Friday morning, at around 2 am, according to Mpumalanga provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Donald Mdhluli. 'According to a report, members of a certain family were asleep in the house when they were awakened by a noise, and only to realise that there were armed suspects who had already entered the house somehow,' said Mdhluli. 'It is further said that these suspects became very aggressive while they held the victims at gunpoint. In the process, the suspects ordered the victims to remain calm and threatened to kill them if they did not comply.' The assailants reportedly took the victims' belongings, then demanded car keys for the Toyota Fortuner in the yard. After loading the stolen items into the vehicle, the family members were then forced into the vehicle with their one-year-old baby.
The South African
6 days ago
- The South African
Online dating turns horrific: Pretoria man faces rape and murder charges
A 37-year-old man is expected to appear in the Pretoria Central Magistrate's Court for allegedly raping and murdering a woman he met through an online dating platform. The suspect is linked to at least 10 rape cases and is believed to have used Tinder to lure his victims. He was arrested during a joint police operation in Limpopo on Monday, 4 August, and is facing multiple charges, including rape, murder, and defeating the ends of justice. According to police, after raping and killing one of his victims, he buried her in a shallow grave at his residence. The case was brought to the attention of authorities, and a thorough investigation was launched. The Limpopo Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, urged the public to exercise caution when meeting people online. 'As we celebrate Women's Month, let's remain vigilant and mindful of who we associate with. Report any suspicious behaviour or abuse to the police, always share your location with your family, and avoid meeting strangers in private spaces,' said Lieutenant General Hadebe. The dating platform has encouraged users to prioritise their safety by keeping their home addresses and daily routines private. Users are also urged to inform loved ones of their whereabouts, arrange their own transportation to meetings, and always meet in public places. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
