Manhunt underway for killers who murdered Limpopo farmer
According to the South African Police Service, the murder took place on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, at around 17:15.
A family member discovered the victim the following morning, Thursday, 01 May.
Police confirmed that the suspects tied the elderly man with wire, placed a cloth over his mouth, and left him lying in a pool of blood inside the bathroom.
He had sustained severe wounds to his forehead.
Investigators established that the victim's blue Chery motor vehicle was seen travelling along the R555 road towards the Burgersfort area shortly after the murder.
Police later found the vehicle overturned and abandoned about six kilometres from the farm.
Roossenekal police in the Sekhukhune District have opened a murder case.
Acting Provincial Commissioner Major General Samuel Manala instructed officers to mobilise all available resources to track down those responsible.
Police are calling on members of the public to come forward with any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects.
Anyone with information should contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Millicent Mokgomogane, at 076 614 0141. Call Crime Stop at 08600 10111, visit their nearest police station, or use the MySAPS App.
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