In a shocking incident on Sunday, a 25 year old black suspect is on the loose after he allegedly killed his 22 year- old girlfriend and his 1 year-old infant on Sunday morning.
It is alleged the suspect went to his girlfriend house in Thabazimbi, Regorogile Extension, demanded to see her and when she refused, he forced open the door dragged her outside and started to assault her. While trying to escape he pelted her with stones and left her unconscious. He then torched the house were the 1-year-old burnt to death. The suspect has since fled and a serious manhunt is underway.
Limpopo Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Fannie Masemola said: “I’m saddened to learn about these horrendous and shocking incidents. As police, we remain firm that such selfish actions shall not deter us from our determination to keep our society safe from useless criminals. On behalf of the police leadership, we express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victim and wish the families strength and comfort during this difficult period on the loss of loved ones.
“If this devious action was intended to detract us from our achievements as a province or threaten our law-abiding citizens and visitors, we will not tolerate that. We urge the citizens of Thabazimbi and surrounding areas, in partnership with the police, to ensure these culprits are speedily apprehended,” he added.
Meanwhile the Thabazimbi detectives are utilizing all resources at their disposal to speedily bring the perpetrator of this despicable crime to book, police management in the province is overseeing the investigation and keeping the Provincial Commissioner updated on progress.
“It is appalling that such hideous incidents would occur while we are commemorating the 16 Days of Activism against women and children including the disabled. It is also appalling that that the actions of these two perpetrators should bring our entire province into disrepute in the eyes on the law abiding citizens,” said Masemola.
“There are members of the community in Thabazimbi who must be aware of the identity of the perpetrator of this barbaric act. They should do their civic duty and report any information to the police,” said Masemola.