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Greyvan farm offers R100 000 reward after Komatipoort guard’s murder

Police are searching for a group of attackers who tied up guards in a banana packhouse.

Greyvan farm owners are seeking information after a security guard was killed at its property on August 23.

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The farm has offered R100 000 award that could lead to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.

According to the manager of Field Security, they received a call from the owner after reporting multiple gunshots. Upon arrival, the company found two security guards who were assaulted and tied up in a banana packhouse. They had apparently been attacked by an unknown group of men.

The reward poster. > Photo: Supplied

One security guard succumbed to his injuries when emergency services arrived at the scene.

Police investigate motive

Police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo confirmed that a murder case has been opened and that the suspects remain at large.

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In a similar attack on July 5, another security guard was tied up by a group of perpetrators at the packhouse. The farm is mourning the loss of its colleague and hopes justice will prevail.

Anyone with information can contact Captain Sambo on 079 446 2426. Information can also be reported anonymously via Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or via the My SAPS app

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Gia Radnai

Gia is a senior journalist at Lowvelder and joined the editorial team in 2025. She started her career as a business journalist in 2022 and decided to pursue her dream of becoming a news reporter instead. She believes in giving people a voice and is known for her community and hard news stories.
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