Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Police target gang kidnapping women in shopping centres Police hunting

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Culprits in the recent murder Olorato Mongale say they have broken up a gang targeting women in shopping centres. The university student’s body was discovered on Sunday in Lombardy, north of Johannesburg, about two hours after she was reported missing having gone on a date. Late on Wednesday, they named three suspects they believe may be involved in her death. The police also said they had seized the vehicle, a VW Polo, that was allegedly used in the murder of the 30-year-old student. Phemelo speaks to Kaya News Reporter, Katleho Sekhotho who has been following the story closely.
29 May 2025 5PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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