Four suspects who were arrested in connection with the murder of a Lingelethu West-police officer in Lwandle on Christmas Day (25 December), are expected to be in the docks again later this week.
The suspects are to appear in the Strand Magistrates’ Court on Friday (17 March) for their formal bail application.
Constable Surprise Kwezi Mnqabe (33) succumbed to stab and gunshots wounds in Phaliso Street, Asanda Village, between 06:30 and 06:45 on Christmas Day.
Following their arrest, the suspects Nelson Motumi (27), Bongisizwe Dyongo (26), Athenkosi Matutu (21) and Unathi Mpaliso (25) appeared swiftly in the Strand Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday7 February, before the case was postponed to the 23rd and 24th (“Suspects’ bail postponed,” DistrictMail & Helderberg Gazette, 15 February). Hawks spokesperson Zinzi Hani confirmed the suspects will remain in custody until their next appearance. – Rick Marais
