Suretha Brits (31) was today sentenced to 25 years imprisonment after pleading…
Suretha Brits (31) was today sentenced to 25 years imprisonment after pleading guilty to the murder of her husband, Leon….
Suretha Brits (31) was today sentenced to 25 years imprisonment after pleading guilty to the murder of her husband, Leon.
Well done to South African Police Service and The National Prosecuting Authority of
South Africa.One of the lead investigators in this matter, the provincial head of organised crime, Brigadier Dick de Waal passed away on 14 May 2021. His expertise and leadership will be missed. MHDSRIP.
ARRESTS MADE IN MURDER OF POFADDER HOTEL OWNER:
Well done to SAPS and the Hawks.
Media release below via South African Police Service:
A joint investigative team comprising of Provincial Organised Crime, DPCI,
Pofadder and Springbok Detectives, led by Brigadier Dick de Waal arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of Leon Brits.The deceased, who was the Hotel owner in Pofadder, was stabbed to death on 7 October 2020 in Pofadder.
One suspect aged 37 was arrested at Piketberg in the Western Cape while a 34-year-old suspect was arrested at Kathu in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner Major General Phiwe Mnguni has applauded the Investigating team which led to the arrest of the suspects.
The suspects are expected to appear before the local Magistrates court on Monday, 19 October.
Police investigations are continuing
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