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Officer’s Murder Suspect Remanded in Custody

By Tshepang MokoenaJune 9, 2025Updated August 4, 2026
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Tumelo Kgoedi (25), the man accused of killing a police officer in Lillydale, has been remanded in custody following his brief appearance at the Mkhuhlu Magistrate’s Court on 09 June.

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Kgoedi, who was arrested on 06 June, is alleged to have been involved in the fatal shooting of a police official at a local barbershop in Lillydale, Calcutta, on 30 May.

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The court has postponed the case to 17 June, and the accused will remain in custody until his next appearance.

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Authorities have not yet released further details about the motive or investigation, but the incident has sparked outrage and concern within the local community. Police have confirmed that Kgoedi was positively linked to the crime before his arrest.

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