MEDIA STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER, FREE STATE
THABO MOFUTSANYANA DISTRICT : KESTELL
Seven people brutally murdered on the farm outside Kestell
Friday, 15 July 2022
Kestell : Seven people has been brutally killed at Lismor Farm District Kestell, six women and one young man.
It is alleged that on Friday; 15 July 2022 the farm owner came across lifeless bodies of farm workers inside their house on the farm. Apparently victims were brutally shot and killed by unknown suspect(s). The motive behind is not yet known. The names of deceased and their ages are not yet known and couldn't be disclosed as their next-of- kin has not yet identified them formally.
The Provincial Commissioner, Lt General Baile Motswenyane has ordered an urgent mobilisation of maximum resources to make sure that perpetrators are brought to book.
“I instructed the team to work around the clock and never let me warn the perpetrators that they can run but ultimately the mighty hand of the law will catch up with them.” Said the Provincial Commissioner, “Our condolences to the families of these victims who lost their loved ones in this horrible manner.” Concluded the Provincial Commissioner, during her visit at the scene.
Anyone with information on these murders to please contact Colonel Ben Bolsiek of Provincial Organised Crime unit at 082 466 8530, who will be leading the investigating team or provide such information at Crime Stop Nr. 08600 10111, information can also be provided via MySAPS App.
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Brigadier Motantsi Makhele