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March 20, 2024In a major breakthrough, Mpumalanga police have arrested a 32-year-old suspect in connection with the murder of Police Captain Sibusiso Bethwell Mthombothi (33) on January 13, 2024. The suspect, who allegedly shot and robbed Mthombothi of his service firearm in Kanyamazane, was apprehended in the early hours of Wednesday during a joint operation by the Provincial Tracking Team, Crime Intelligence, and Tactical Response Team.
After the fatal shooting, the suspect had been on the run until police received a tip-off about his whereabouts in Sifunindlela, Kabokweni. Acting on the intelligence, the team swiftly launched an operation and cornered the suspect hiding in a residence.
Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Semakaleng Daphney Manamela praised the efforts of the police and expressed gratitude towards the community for their valuable information. “We are indeed encouraged by the partnership that we have with members of the community. Let us proceed with our relationship, which is of great importance as most often, it produces desired results in terms of fighting the scourge of crime,” she stated.
The suspect is expected to appear at the Pienaar Periodical Court on Friday, March 22, 2024, facing a murder charge, with the possibility of additional charges as the investigation continues. Manamela urged the public to continue assisting law enforcement agencies in their efforts to combat crime.