A manhunt has been launched by the South African Police Service for a 34-year-old suspect who stoned his 23-year-old girlfriend and child’s mother to death in Giyani, Limpopo.
The horrifying incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, April 8, 2023, in Dzingidzingi village.
Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, Limpopo police spokesperson, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Monday, April 10.
“It is claimed that the victim (the 23-year-old woman) was walking home from the local tavern with a friend when they encountered her ex-boyfriend.” “It is alleged that the two got into an argument before the suspect assaulted the victim with a stone,” Ledwaba said.
“Her friend screamed for help and dashed to nearby homes.” The victim was critically injured and unconscious when she returned. The suspect (the ex-boyfriend) had vanished.”
The critically injured woman was taken to the hospital, where she died.
“She was identified as Nokuthula Sithole, 23, of Dzingidzingi village in Giyani, Mopàni District,” Ledwaba said.
“Police request that Ceaseman Dala Chauke, 34, appear at his nearest police station because it is believed that he will assist the police with further investigation,” Ledwaba said.
“Anyone with information that could lead to the suspect’s arrest should contact the investigating officer, Warrant Officer Hobyani, at 082 414 6709, Crime Stop at 08600 10111, or the nearest police station,” the statement said.
