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14/07/2025

News: Odendaalsrus Double Murder: Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting of Two Young Men

A 37-year-old man has been arrested following a tragic shooting incident that claimed the lives of two young men in Odendaalsrus on Sunday evening.

According to police, the incident occurred on 13 July 2025 at around 18:17. Officers were called to the scene of a shooting and upon arrival, found two males—aged 23 and 24—lying motionless with gunshot wounds to the chest.

Initial reports suggest that a heated argument broke out between the suspect and the victims before the fatal shots were allegedly fired. The two men were declared dead at the scene.

The motive behind the shooting remains unclear and will form part of ongoing police investigations.

The suspect was arrested shortly after the incident and is expected to appear before the Odendaalsrus Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 15 July 2025, on charges of murder.

Police have urged anyone with information that could assist the investigation to come forward.

27/06/2025

News: Teen Rescued in Wepener After Weeks in Captivity, Six Suspects in Custody

A 19-year-old man who went missing earlier this month has been rescued alive during a police-led operation in Wepener, Free State. The teenager, identified as Kamogelo Baukudi, was reportedly abducted on the 5th of June.

Authorities launched an intensive investigation that culminated in a successful recovery operation. Five additional suspects were arrested during the rescue, adding to a previous arrest made earlier in the case. This brings the total number of individuals in custody to six.

Among those already in the legal system is a 42-year-old police sergeant who was the first to be linked to the kidnapping. He has already made a court appearance and is facing charges of kidnapping and extortion.

Police have not released further details surrounding the motive or how the rescue unfolded but say investigations are ongoing.

Kamogelo’s safe return has brought immense relief to his family, who had spent weeks in anguish.

23/06/2025

MATJHABENG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
NOTICE OF ELECTRICITY INTERRUPTION
VIRGINIA UNIT – ANNUAL MAINTENANCE BY ESKOM

Residents and businesses are hereby notified of a scheduled electricity supply interruption affecting the Virginia Unit of Matjhabeng Municipality.

DETAILS OF INTERRUPTION

Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025
Time: 08:00 to 16:00

AFFECTED AREAS:
-Virginia Town
-Merriespruit
-Kitty
-Industrial Area
-Panorama
This planned outage is necessary to allow Eskom to carry out annual maintenance on the electrical intake point supplying the above-mentioned areas.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
All electrical installations and supply points must be treated as live at all times, as power may be restored without prior notice.

For further enquiries, please contact:
Matjhabeng Municipality – Electrical Engineering Services
Mr. W.E. Sephton
Manager: Electrical Department
📞 Tel: (057) 391 3116
📠 Fax: (057) 391 3427
📧 Email: [email protected]

Issued by:
M.A. Pobe
Senior Manager: Services
Matjhabeng Local Municipality

23/06/2025

News: Wanted R**e Suspect Found Hiding in Locked Room During Police Operation

A coordinated police operation in Thabong led to the arrest of a 34-year-old r**e suspect who was found hiding in a locked outside room on Sunday, 22 June 2025.

Acting on intelligence, members of the Welkom Public Order Police (POP) followed up on information that took them to a property in the New Stands area. Upon arrival, officers questioned a 41-year-old man seen loitering in the yard, who claimed the suspect was not present.

While searching the premises, police discovered a 29-year-old woman hiding in the outside toilet. She also alleged that the suspect was not on the property.

Persistent investigations led to the discovery of the wanted suspect concealed in a locked outside room. He was arrested on a charge of r**e.

The 29-year-old woman was charged with defeating the ends of justice, while the 41-year-old man was arrested for contravening the Immigration Act.

All three suspects are expected to appear in the Welkom Magistrate’s Court soon.

16/06/2025

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15/06/2025

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Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and father figures who lead with strength, love, and wisdom.
Your impact is deeply felt in homes, communities, and across generations.

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10/06/2025

News: Ex-Mine Employee Faces Fraud Charges Over R1 Million Scheme
A former employee of Sibanye Stillwater Mine is set to appear before the Theunissen Magistrates Court on 22 July 2025, following allegations of fraudulent activities that resulted in financial losses exceeding R1 million. The suspect, a 40-year-old man, was summoned by the Welkom-based Hawks' Serious Commercial Crime Investigation on 8 June 2025 after an extensive probe into the case.
Investigators allege that between April and May 2021, the suspect manipulated official company documents to create forged quotations, using credentials from one of the mine’s service providers. The discrepancies came to light when the Fraud and Corruption Unit of Sibanye Stillwater Mine detected irregularities in the procurement records, prompting a deeper investigation.
Authorities have assured that efforts will continue to safeguard corporate integrity and prevent financial misconduct in the sector. The suspect is expected to respond to charges of fraud before the court next month.

08/06/2025

Alert: A car accident has occurred on Nkoane Road near Thubelisha. Emergency services are currently on the scene.

06/06/2025

🚨 Search Intensifies for Teen Kidnapped by Suspects Posing as Police in Fitchardpark

A routine school pickup turned into a nightmare on Thursday, 5 June 2025, when 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi was abducted in broad daylight by two men masquerading as police officers.

According to police reports, Kamogelo, a Grade 11 learner at a school in Fitchardpark, had just been collected by the complainant and was driving a Suzuki Ertiga when the incident occurred. While traveling along Vereeniging Drive in Erlichpark Extension, they were flagged down by a White Toyota Hilux GD-6 Double Cab using a siren.

Inside the vehicle were two unidentified males—one dressed in a police uniform and the other in blue tracksuit pants. Kamogelo was taken by the suspects, and his current whereabouts remain unknown.

A case of kidnapping and impersonating the police has been opened. A dedicated Search Task Team is currently working around the clock to trace the teenager and track down the suspects.

Police are urging anyone with information or who may have seen the vehicles in question on Vereeniging Drive to come forward. Contact Captain Sabata Jafta Moseme at 082 526 2713.

03/06/2025

🔴 BREAKING NEWS: MK Party Cracks Down on Leadership Conduct 🔴

In a decisive move to uphold internal discipline, the MK Party has removed Floyd Shivambu from his position as Secretary-General following his unauthorised Easter visit to Malawi. Shivambu attended church services led by controversial fugitive pastor Shepherd Bushiri without the party’s knowledge or approval. The party stated that the trip violated its constitution and harmed its public image. While no longer part of the party’s leadership, Shivambu will be redeployed to serve as a Member of Parliament.

03/06/2025

News: 🟥 BREAKING | Court Halts Prosecution of Magashule’s Former PA, Declares Extradition Unlawful

The Free State High Court has delivered a stunning ruling, declaring the extradition of Moroadi Cholota — once the personal assistant to former premier Ace Magashule — as unlawful and unconstitutional. Cholota had been brought back from the United States to face charges linked to the controversial R255 million asbestos tender case.

However, in a judgment handed down by Judge Phillip Loubser, the court found that the state failed to follow proper legal channels in securing her extradition, stripping the court of jurisdiction to try her. The ruling effectively halts any attempt to prosecute her in the matter — a major blow to the state’s broader corruption case.

This judgment raises serious questions about the handling of high-profile extraditions and has added yet another twist to the already complex asbestos scandal that has gripped the Free State.

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02/06/2025

News:Tensions during a family visit in Thabong escalated into violence on Sunday afternoon, leaving a 29-year-old man seriously injured from a stab wound to the chest.

A 26-year-old woman is set to appear in the Welkom Magistrate’s Court tomorrow, facing a charge of attempted murder. Thabong Police have confirmed that an investigation is underway following the incident, which occurred on 1 June 2025 at approximately 17:15.

According to initial reports, the victim was at home when his girlfriend arrived with members of her family. A verbal dispute allegedly broke out after the man requested money for transport to Botshabelo. When the request was refused, the argument turned physical, with the man reportedly slapping the woman several times. In response, the woman allegedly grabbed a knife and stabbed him in the chest.

The police are continuing with their investigation.

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