Police in Gamalakhe are seeking the assistance of community members in locating wanted suspects Andile Qumbisa (36), Khethukuthula Mthiyane (29), Nthethelelo Mpofana (23), Themba Mpofana (26) and Thobani Msabala (24) whose warrants of arrest were issued by the Port Shepstone Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 25 May 2023.
The five fugitives are wanted for charges of kidnapping and attempted murder which they committed on 13 February 2016.
On the day, the group kidnapped and forced a 26-year-old man into their vehicle and drove off.
They assaulted the victim, doused him with petrol and forced him to drink more petrol before setting him alight.
He was later found with assault and burn wounds at Qinabout area in Gamalakhe.
The accused were convicted on both charges and after their bid for appeal was unsuccessful, they have since absconded from court and are now fugitives from justice.
Anyone who may have information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects is urged to contact Detective Jabe on 079 696 3600 / 039 318 1123 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the MySAPS App.
