Johannesburg: Police in Moeka Vuma, near Makapanstad in the North West, have launched a manhunt for a 41-year-old man who is wanted in connection with the brutal murder of three people.
According to South African Government News Agency, this development comes as the South African Police Service (SAPS) intensifies its fight against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) and serious and violent crimes perpetrated against women, children, and vulnerable groups during Women's Month.
The suspect, James Mohajane, is wanted for the murder of his girlfriend, her sister, and the sister's boyfriend. Authorities reported that the three victims were last seen at a house belonging to Tshepo Molekwa. On Sunday morning, the bodies were discovered at the house, having allegedly been hacked to death with a spade.
Although police found Mohajane's cellphone at the crime scene, he was not present when they arrived. The motive for the killings remains under investigation.
In a statement, the SAPS has appealed to anyone with information on the whereabouts of James Mohajane to contact Sergeant Nhlapo at 078 918 7746. The public is urged not to approach or confront the suspect but to immediately report any information to the police.
The SAPS reiterated its commitment to intensifying efforts to prevent and combat GBVF and violent crime, with particular focus on crimes targeting women and vulnerable groups.