Family of Alberton boxer seeks justice after death at Funny Farm
The family and friends of Quinton Erasmus were devastated to learn of his recent passing. The funeral service will be on May 3 at Alberton Christian Fellowship, Phantom Street, Alberante, at 12:00.
Quinton Erasmus was a cheerful, kind-hearted soul who had a special place in the hearts of many, and they will remember him as such.
His family and friends were shattered by the death of Quinton, fondly known as ‘Rassie’, who was beaten to death at Alberton North’s Funny Farm.
The 40-year-old late boxer, who lived in Alberton North, succumbed to head injuries after the gruesome incident that caused his death.
Several people were arrested after the tragic ordeal. Quinton’s family, distraught at his passing, has demanded justice for his death.
Captain Manare Ramotshela of the Alberton SAPS said they are working around the clock to bring those accountable to book.
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“On April 23, our SAPS members were called to the crime scene in Funny Farm, Alberton North. Upon arrival, they found a male on the ground. Allegedly, he was killed by the residents in that place. He was taken to a government mortuary, and a case of murder was opened,” he said.
He said they are investigating and urged anyone with information about the incident to visit the station or call 011 861 6800/21.
Quinton’s funeral service will be on May 3 at Alberton Christian Fellowship, Phantom Street, Alberante, at 12:00.
The incident sparked outrage from some locals and saw more calls to have Alberton North’s illegally invaded Funny Farm informal settlement closed down.
Secluded community
Funny Farm, confirmed to belong to the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), is home to more than 100 dwellers.
One local told the Alberton Record that the residents are tired of the unlawful activities in and around Alberton.
“Crimes such as robbery, illegal firearms, car theft, hijacking, house break-ins, kidnapping, human trafficking, rapists, murders, drug dealing at Funny Farm – armed security and the police cannot take control of these criminals. They steal anything they find, making life unbearable for the residents,” he said.
He said the community must unite to “put a stop to this” for the safety of loved ones and children.
Plans for Funny Farm
After a visit spearheaded by DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Education Khume Ramulifho, he tabled questions to the MEC about Funny Farm and got feedback.
The department said several meetings were held with various departments to ensure the education department starts to use this property [Funny Farm].
“The plan remains for Ekurhuleni Metro Municipality, together with the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements, to provide alternative accommodation to relocate the illegal occupants. Once they are relocated, the GDE plans to use the property as a space for classrooms, thereby relieving the accommodation pressure off the nearby primary schools experiencing increasing enrolment numbers,” it stated.
Hopes are that about 160 learners will be accommodated on the property. That number will rise when additional grades are added.
In response to Ramulifho’s question on when the department plans to use the property for this purpose, the department said the target is for the land to be ready for teaching and learning in time for school reopening in January next year.
However, that would depend on the speedy conclusion of the relocation process.
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