Home South Africa News North West Gruesome murder of police constable (23), Klerksdorp

Gruesome murder of police constable (23), Klerksdorp

South African Police Service

The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General, Baile Motswenyane is deeply saddened by the gruesome murder of a 23 year old police Constable in North West.

On 5 February 2018, at about 21:35 a motorist noticed the body of a man next to the road in Roosheuwel, Klerksdorp.

The police were contacted and went to the scene. The body of a 23 year old Constable was discovered with multiple stab wounds. At this stage the circumstance of his death is unknown.

A case of murder was opened at Klerksdorp police station and investigation into the matter continues.

Anyone with information can contact Lt Col Alex Lebodi Cell: 082 338 1076/Tel: 018 4645051 or WO Tarina Kemp Cell: 076 790 6876.

“We condemn this senseless killing of our police officer. Our detectives will work around the clock in tracing the perpetrator/s. We also wish to convey our sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues during this trying time,” Lieutenant General, Baile Motswenyane said.

South Africa Today – South Africa News