Woman hacked to death by a foreigner in Mahwelereng

A 40-year-old foreign national man has been arrested after a 74-year-old woman was found hacked to death at her residence in Mahwelereng, Zone 2 on Sunday. According to the initial reports, a concerned neighbour, alerted by the commotion, rushed to the house to assist.

He found the victim lying outside the house, tied with a rope and with multiple stab wounds. He immediately contacted the police and emergency services.

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Upon their arrival, paramedics certified the 74-year-old victim dead at the scene. The local detectives acted swiftly, identifying and apprehending the suspect shortly after the attack. 

A 74-YEAR-OLD WOMAN WAS HACKED TO DEATH BY A FOREIGN NATIONAL IN MAHWELERENG

Further investigations are ongoing to uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. Commissioner of Police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has expressed shock and outrage over the senseless incident. She has further praised the officers and all role players who ensured the prompt arrest of the suspect.

The suspect who resides within the vicinity is currently in custody. He is expected to appear before the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday facing a charge of murder.