Farm Attacks

Respected Newcastle farmer and businessman Tollie Nel (senior) was killed in what appears to have been an armed robbery at his farm between 19:00 and 20:00 yesterday evening.

A manhunt for the killers is currently underway by SAPS, farmers, friends of the family and security agencies.

 
The South African Police Service (Saps) responded to at least five cases of farm attacks across the country this week.

Most of the victims were the elderly, with some being murdered, while others were attacked and robbed of their possessions.

 
Respected Newcastle farmer and businessman Tollie Nel (senior) was killed in what appears to have been an armed robbery at his farm between 19:00 and 20:00 yesterday evening.

A manhunt for the killers is currently underway by SAPS, farmers, friends of the family and security agencies.

The murder of Newcastle farmer Tollie Nel earlier has left the KZN farming community in shock and fear, with concerns about security as attacks on farmers seem to continue to rise.​



 
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