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By Billy Sibuyi

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No bail for brothers who beheaded sister in Limpopo

The suspects allegedly murdered and decapitated the head of their sister in February.


Two brothers, Ishmael Mopai (28) and Michael Mopai (30), have appeared before the Lulekani Magistrates’ Court in Phalaborwa on Tuesday, May 8, on charges of murder.

The suspects allegedly murdered and decapitated the head of their sister, Irene Mopai, on February 2, Letaba Herald reports.

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The accused then supposedly disposed of the head on a nearby farm.

Michael Mopai. Photo: SAPS

Ishmael Mopai. Photo: SAPS

Police reported that ritual murder can not be ruled out.

The defendants’ case was remanded to June 25 without bail.

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