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THE POLICE in Kuruman arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a 78-year-old man whose body was discovered near his abandoned vehicle on the Seoding road.
According to Northern Cape police spokesperson Colonel Cherelle Ehlers, the elderly man was last seen at 7am on February 11 when he left his home. Concerned for his safety, his daughter reported him missing on February 12 after she found his locked Isuzu vehicle abandoned.
Authorities immediately launched a search operation, which led to the recovery of the vehicle. Upon further investigation, police officers discovered the man’s body in nearby bushes.
The swift response by law enforcement resulted in the arrest of two suspects, who are now in police custody as the investigation continues.
The Northern Cape provincial commissioner, Lieutenant-General Koliswa Otola, praised the officers for their quick and decisive action that led to the apprehension of the suspects.
The police have urged anyone with information regarding the case to come forward and contact them via the MySAPS app or call 08600 10111.