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Media Statement
POLOKWANE – The Police in Maake arrested a 40-year-old man who handed himself to the Police after shooting and killing a 30-year-old male on allegations that he was having an affair with his wife. The incident occurred at Sofaya Village, in the Maake policing area, on Saturday, 11 January 2025 at around 03:15. According to information, the suspect and his wife allegedly had confrontations in regard to their relationship issues, whereby they both went to the victim’s residence. Upon arrival, the victim opened the door, and he was immediately shot at and collapsed. Paramedics were called together with the Police. The victim was certified dead at the scene. His identity is still withheld pending further investigations. Police opened a case of murder for investigations. The suspect then handed himself at Maruleng satellite Police Station. His firearm was confiscated. The Provincial Commissioner of Limpopo Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has condemned the incident and encouraged couples to solve their issues without killing anyone. The Police investigations are continuing. Ends
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