Court update on Pienaar mass murder: Two suspects appeared in court, number of victims killed in Pienaar increased to nine (09)

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

NELSPRUIT – The two suspects, Bongani Nkosi and Mduduzi ‘Khehla’ Lubisi appeared at the Kabokweni Magistrate’s Court today, 21 January 2025. The two provisionally withdrew their bail application during their court appearance.

Another charge of murder was added against them after the 9th victim succumbed. This male victim, aged 33 reportedly passed away in hospital last night, 20 January 2025.

The case was postponed to 28 March 2025 and the two remained in custody.

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