Gauteng Police launch a manhunt for Jacques Freitag’s alleged murder suspects

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Gauteng

PARKTOWN – The police in Hercules have obtained warrants of arrest for Rudie Lubbe and Chantelle Oosthuizen who are believed to be on the run from the law following the discovery of Jacques Freitag’s body on 01 July 2024.

Lubbe and Oosthuizen are facing charges which include murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

Mr Freitag’s body was discovered near the Zandfontein cemetery in Andeon, Hercules policing precinct. The discovery was made by the SAPS Search and Rescue Team which comprised of SAPS units such as the Air Wing, Water Wing K9 and the local police.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspects is encouraged to contact the investigating officer Detective Captain Martin Smith on 082 778 9385 or SAPS Crime Stop number on 08600 10111.

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