Manhunt launched, woman fatally shot while sleeping, Ritavi

South African Police Service

Manhunt launched, woman fatally shot while sleeping, Ritavi
Manhunt launched, woman fatally shot while sleeping, Ritavi

The South African Police in Ritavi outside Tzaneen have launched a massive manhunt for the suspects involved in the murder and attempted murder that occurred last night, 11 July 2018, at about 23:45 at Henny Mabuza hostels in Rhulani village.

It is alleged that the deceased, Innocentia Nxalati Shingange aged 28 was sleeping with her partner in her room when they were attacked by a group of armed suspects who started shooting randomly without saying anything to them.
During this incident, the woman (28) was shot dead and her 20 year old partner was shot on his left thigh and he is still recuperating in hospital with serious injuries.

The Police were notified, reacted swiftly and a manhunt ensued but up to now, those suspects are still on the run. One of these suspects was wearing black jeans and a blue UZZI jersey.

The motive behind this incident is still not clear at this stage but the Police investigations will tell as they are still unfolding. A Reward of up to R50 000.00 is offered for information that will lead to the successful arrest and conviction of the suspects involved in this case.

Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of the suspects involved in this matter, may contact Colonel Cecil Machimana at 082 451 7181 or the Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or SMS Crime Line at 32211 or the nearest Police Station.

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SOURCESouth African Police Service