Manhunt for killers of eastern cape council speaker

Manhunt for killers of  eastern cape council speaker
Manhunt for killers of eastern cape council speaker, Thozama Njobe

Eastern Cape Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect who brutally gunned down Thozama Njobe, on the night of 18 July 2017 at about 22:40 in Fort Beaufort.

It is alleged that she was shot at close range by an unknown person, while she and another person were driving from a gathering in New Town, Fort Beaufort.

She sustained wounds in the upper body and was taken to hospital for medical attention where she was certified dead on arrival.

A murder investigation is underway and police will not speculate on the motive at this time.

“The seasoned detectives assigned to investigate the murder of Thozama Njobe will work around the clock to follow up all information and leads in the case to ensure that the suspect is arrested and brought to justice. We request the Fort Beaufort community to stand up together and provide the police with information on the identity and whereabouts of the perpetrator and any information that will assist with the investigation“, said Lt Gen Liziwe Ntshinga.

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SOURCESouth African Police Service