LIMPOPO – Police in Thohoyandou have launched a murder investigation after a 27-year-old man died from injuries he allegedly sustained during a mob justice incident at Dovheni village in the Vhembe District.

According to Limpopo police, officers responded to reports of the incident on Sunday, July 26. On arrival, they found the injured man, who was taken to a local hospital by Emergency Medical Services.

Victim linked to burglary case

Police said the man had been linked to a burglary case in the area and was admitted to hospital under police guard. He was later transferred to another hospital for further medical treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries. He had sustained an open wound to his upper body.

Manhunt launched

A murder case has been opened, and police have launched a manhunt for those allegedly involved in the assault.

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has been notified, while a post-mortem examination will determine the exact cause of death.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact the investigating officer, Captain Sydney Dama, on 082 469 1035, the nearest police station, the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111, or submit information anonymously via the MySAPS App.