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Media Statement NELSPRUIT – A 40-year-old female suspect is expected to appear before the Acornhoek Magistrate’s Court today, 11 April 2025, following her arrest yesterday (10 April 2025) in connection with the alleged murder of her mother, Mandenane Emmie Maonye (83) in March 2025. The suspect is the third individual to be brought before the court in relation to this case. Two other suspects, a male and a female, appeared in the same court yesterday, 10 April 2025 and were remanded in custody. The case has been postponed to Tuesday, 15 April 2025. The Crime Intelligence (CI) Unit of Police in Mpumalanga has played a pivotal role in cracking this case. The first suspect, who claimed to be a Pastor, identified as Polite Thaphelo Khoza, aged 25, was apprehended in Nelspruit for his alleged involvement in a housebreaking and theft case in Mataffin outside Nelspruit in December 2024. Subsequent investigations uncovered connections to other crimes including house robbery, kidnapping, and arson. The suspect, currently remains in custody, with recovered stolen items serving as crucial evidence. Upon further scrutiny, it was revealed that the death of Mandenane Emmie Maonye in March 2025 was orchestrated, allegedly by her daughter, the suspect due to appear in court today as well as her granddaughter, by the name of Lebo Magopane, aged 26. The Acting Provincial Commissioner of SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, commended the remarkable work, the dedication and expertise displayed by the CI members in collaboration with Detectives involved in resolving this case. “The prevalence of alleged murders linked to insurance claims is a disturbing trend. We urge the public to report such cases promptly, and rest assured, the Police will diligently investigate these matters to ensure justice prevails,” emphasized General Mkhwanazi. Ends
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