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THE POLICE are searching for a Pampierstad man accused of murder and fraud who is currently “on the run” after being granted R2 000 bail.
Northern Cape police spokesperson Brigadier Mohale Ramatseba said that the man, Moleko Maoka, 37, from Itireleng in Pampierstad, allegedly murdered Joel Modiegi in Seoding on January 8, 2017.
“Maoka, along with a co-accused, Gopolong Maoka, 36, took out an insurance policy in the name of the deceased. It is alleged that six months after the killing they tried to claim from the insurance company. After a thorough investigation the accused were connected to the murder,” said Ramatseba.
He stated that Gopolang Maoka is expected to appear in the North West High Court on December 7 on charges of murder and fraud.
“The police in Pampierstad are appealing to members of the community to assist with information about the murder and fraud accused who is on the run.”
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Moleko Maoka is requested to contact the Pampierstad Detectives commander, Captain Michael Tshamboko, on 082 443 8640.
“All information will be treated with the strictest confidence,” Ramatseba said.