Murder over water dispute in Eloff: Court postpones case for a week

An elderly man is in custody for the murder of a young father in an alleged dispute over water in Mpumalanga.

February 11, 2026
Arisja Misselhorn Less than a minute
Man with crutches dressed in a khaki shirt sitting on a chair.
Adriaan van Tonder is currently in custody on a charge of murder. Photo: Facebook

The case against a senior citizen, who allegedly shot and killed a 33-year-old father from Eloff on Sunday, has been postponed to February 17.

The Delmas Magistrate’s Court was packed yesterday when Adriaan van Tonder (70) appeared in court for the first time after his arrest following the death of Calvin Mothoa in an apparent dispute over water, reports Ridge Times.

Van Tonder is facing a charge of murder.

He remains in police custody until his next court appearance when he will apply for bail.

Van Tonder is turning 71-years-old on February 24.

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February 11, 2026
Arisja Misselhorn Less than a minute

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Arisja Misselhorn

I have been a journalist for more than 30 years. I worked for Caxton and Beeld and also for my own publication. I returned to Ridge Times in 2018. I became editor for Ridge Times, Standerton Advertiser and Streeknuus in 2023. I completed numerous courses throughout the years, and I have won several awards.
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