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TZANEEN: Pulaneng murder investigated

The suspect stabbed the deceased three times in the chest, back and chin

Police in Maake are investigating the murder of Aubrey Kgatle (32) which occurred on October 28 at Pulaneng village outside Tzaneen.

Read: HOEDSPRUIT: Suspect wanted for three counts of murder

According to Police Spokesperson Emmanuel Manabe, it is alledged that the deceased was at his girlfriend’s homestead and went outside the house for a smoke.

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The suspect Mothibane Kgatle, allegedly emerged, stabbed the deceased three times on the chest, back and chin; killing him instantly before fleeing the scene.

Read: SAPS AUDIO: Manhunt on for murder and robbery suspect in Tzaneen and surrounds

The suspect was later arrested and is now in custody.

The deceased and suspect are related.

 

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