LIMPOPO — Letsitele police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the murder of a security guard and a related business robbery at a plot on Berlin Farm. The violent incident, which occurred on Monday, 13 July 2026, has prompted an active manhunt for the perpetrators.
Law enforcement officers responded to a distress call at the property at approximately 09:25. Upon arrival at the scene, they discovered the body of a 79-year-old security guard lying on the ground. Preliminary observations indicated that the deceased’s hands and feet were bound with white cable ties. The victim was dressed in black tracksuit trousers, a brown jacket, a white T-shirt, blue socks, and a black woollen hat. Emergency Medical Services personnel attended to the scene and officially certified the victim deceased.
Further preliminary investigations revealed that a business robbery had concurrently taken place on the premises. A blue 10.5-horsepower three-phase diesel generator, valued at approximately R56,000, was reported stolen. The equipment had been secured to a pole using a chain and padlock but was allegedly forcibly removed by the suspects.
Authorities have officially opened cases of murder and business robbery. Investigators are actively working to trace and apprehend those responsible for the crime. Sergeant Isaac Raseale, the investigating officer leading the case, has appealed to the public for any relevant information.
