Speaking outside the Tembisa Magistrate’s Court today, Monday, Bateman said the family is struggling to confront the man allegedly responsible for the collision. “Every time that they have to come to court here for another postponement, it’s another deep breath that they have to take,” he said.

Bateman emphasized that the harm extends beyond grief. Gomolemo’s mother, Keo Mavimbela, walks with a limp and will suffer lifelong physical injuries, he said. A boy named Thando, who was also in the vehicle, broke both his legs and continues to struggle with his recovery.

“It is so important that a just and appropriate sentence is imposed on the person who’s responsible for causing lifelong harm to these families,” Bateman said.

Mogaila faces charges of culpable homicide, reckless driving, and fleeing the scene of the October 2024 crash. His legal team is expected to finalize a plea and sentencing proposal in May.

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SAPS Mount Road (Mount Road Visible Policing) VISPOL in Gqeberha in Eastern Cape where members dealt a significant blow to the illegal abalone trade following the arrest of three suspects found in possession of a large quantity of dried abalone.

SAPS spokesperperson, Janse van Rensburg said SAPS Mount Road members were conducting patrols in the Deal Party area, including the parking area at New Brighton Beach.

The location had previously been identified as a hotspot for diesel theft from horse-and-trailer trucks.

During the patrol, members noticed a large liquor transport truck parked nearby and spotted a one-ton Tata light delivery vehicle where three suspects were busy loading 17 black plastic bags onto the truck.

“Members immediately conducted an inspection and discovered that all the bags were filled with dried abalone.

A total of 11 170 units of dried abalone, with an estimated street value of approximately R2.6 million, were confiscated,” she said.

She said: “The successful operation represents a significant setback for organised illegal abalone operations operating within the region.

The three suspects, aged between 25 and 38, were arrested and detained for contravention of the Marine Living Resources Act (Act 18 of 1998, Regulation 36(1)) regarding the illegal possession and transportation of abalone without a valid permit.

This arrest marks a major disruption to the illegal abalone trafficking industry on Tuesday.

SAPS urges communities to report any suspicious activities related to the illegal harvesting, transportation or trade of marine resources.

Police will continue to intensify operations targeting environmental crimes and organised criminal networks to protect South Africa’s natural heritage and ensure offenders are brought to justice.

The accused will appear in court soon.

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Pacula made his first appearance at the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court, where he is expected to be joined with the first accused, Victor Mthethwa Majola (44). Both are charged in connection with the killing of Stock outside the Zambesi Building in Johannesburg’s Central Business District (CBD) on 16 December 2025.

The case was postponed to 09 February 2026 for address verification of the accused. Pacula remains in custody until the next appearance. The NPA remains committed to ensuring that all those implicated in the commission of the offence are brought before the court and that justice is served without fear or favour.

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The victim was on her way to work when she was contacted through a cellphone by her colleague, who informed her that there was a woman looking for her at the store.

According to South Police Service (SAPS) report they say upon arrival, the victim went straight to the storeroom and took out the items to be sold, and started packing them on the shelves.

“While busy packing, a 39-year-old female suspect approached her, and they exchanged greetings. Afterward, the suspect unexpectedly started stabbing the victim repeatedly with a knife, and she sustained several stab wounds on the body.

The security personnel at the store managed to overpower the female suspect and rescue the victim,”they said.

SAPS said following the incident, police and members of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were summoned at the scene.

“The victim was transported to a local hospital to receive medical treatment and the 39-year-old woman was nabbed at the retail store for attempted murder and a sharp object utilized during the commission of the crime was also seized during the arrest.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect went to the retail store with the intention to harm the victim. On arrival, she pretended to be loading groceries in the trolley that included a set of knives, and she prepared one to stab the 40-year-old female victim before meeting her,” they said.

They further said that the motive behind the incident is unknown at this stage.

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The 23-year-old woman and her 32-year-old boyfriend, both from Mbizana, are accused of murdering the child and hiding his body by burying him inside a bucket.

Police say the little boy was allegedly tortured and later killed. Investigators believe he was beaten with a stick and died in Sulenkama, where the boyfriend is said to be employed.

According to police, the case dates back to 1 September 2024. The mother reportedly told officers in 2024 that her son had gone missing at a fuel station in Mbizana. However, the story began to fall apart after investigators reviewed CCTV footage, which allegedly showed that the child did not disappear the way she claimed.

As the investigation continued, police uncovered what they described as the true events: after the child’s death, the couple allegedly placed him in a 20-litre bucket, sealed it tightly with wire, and buried it in a small grave.

The suspects later led police to the grave. When it was dug up, officers found the toddler’s decomposed remains still inside the bucket.

Both suspects have now been charged with murder. The mother is also facing an additional charge of defeating the ends of justice.

They are expected to appear at the Qumbu Magistrate’s Court on Friday.

A senior police official described the case as heartbreaking, adding that the law must take its course.

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Paulos Masina (not the biological father) who is the alleged mastermind and Maisela Freddy Kekana who is the lleged gunman appeared before the Ga-Rankuwa Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.

It was confirmed in court that the accused intend to apply for bail.

Now the family of Lesego fears for its safety as the accused in her murder prepare to apply for bail, a move that has sparked anger, anxiety and renewed calls for justice from the community.

The family stated that it is strongly opposed to any bail being granted, citing serious safety concerns and saying they fear for their lives should the accused be released on bail.

Two other suspects linked to the case remain at large.

Ofentse Masina, Lesego’s younger sister, thanked the community for standing with the family.

“We appreciate the community for the prayers, messages of encouragement and the presence of supporters at court. We feel protected and uplifted by the unity shown by the community,” she said.

Ofentse further said: “We call on the community to remain united, calm and vigilant as the case continues. Our focus remains on justice, accountability and safety, while allowing the legal process to take its course.”

The Masina urged the community to come out in numbers and that transport will be provided when the accused appears in court again on 27 January.

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According to police the son was not on good terms with his mother and father.

It is alleged that the son, upon his arrival at his parents’ homestead, he was carrying his death weapon.

Police say a heated argument erupted after confronting his parents, and the father overpowered him and used the object on him. The 43 year old died on the scene.

On another matter, a 56 year old Tzaneen man is to apply for a bail application after shooting his 31 year old son 5 times.

The son is currently receiving treatment at Letaba Hospital.

He will reappear before a Nkowa Nkowa magistrate court on Tuesday ( 6 January 2026).

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Majola appeared in court on the charge of premeditated murder, following the fatal shooting of DJ Warras in Johannesburg on 16 December 2025. The court heard that the matter has been postponed to 6 January 2026 to allow for further legal processes.

Majola is expected to apply for bail at his next appearance. The State has indicated that it will oppose any bail application, citing the seriousness of the charge and the interests of justice.

In a further development, prosecutors confirmed that charges against a second suspect linked to the case have been provisionally withdrawn. The National Prosecuting Authority has not ruled out the possibility of reinstating charges should new evidence emerge.

DJ Warras, whose real name was Warrick Stock, was a well known DJ, radio presenter, and television personality. His killing sent shockwaves through the media and entertainment industry, prompting an outpouring of grief and tributes from colleagues, artists, and fans across the country.

As the legal process unfolds, public interest in the case remains high, with many closely watching the upcoming bail proceedings and the State’s case against Majola.

The matter returns to court in January as investigations continue.

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Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing political activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, has made his first in-person appearance in a Provo court.

Kirk was fatally shot on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University, triggering a two day manhunt that ended with Robinson’s arrest.

Robinson faces charges that include aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious injury, obstruction of justice, tampering with a witness, and a violent offense committed in the presence of a child.

His previous two court appearances were virtual and audio only. This is the first time the public and the judge have seen him in person.

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Phiri is accused of raping at least 43 victims between 2018 and 2023, a case that has drawn significant public attention due to the scale and brutality of the allegations. Despite the serious charges against him, he maintains that he was unlawfully arrested and claims that police forced him into an identity parade.

He has pleaded not guilty to all counts.

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