Police Hunt Accomplices in Brutal Murder Case
Authorities in North West are seeking two individuals, known only as **Pontsho** and **MJ**, believed to be connected to the kidnapping and murder of **David Monese**. The police consider them armed and dangerous.
Arrest Made in Connection to the Crime
Following an investigation, **Lucas Enock Mkhize**, 39, was apprehended about 60km outside Mahikeng, according to police reports. A multidisciplinary team, incorporating crime intelligence, murder and robbery units, vehicle crime investigators, and detectives, made the arrest on Monday.
Subsequently, police searched a residence at Ramatlabama, where they discovered cellphones and clothing suspected to be stolen property. **Mkhize** then directed authorities to Hebron Village in the Bangladesh section, where the remains of **Monese** were located in an open field.
Court Appearance and Charges
**Mkhize** appeared in the Ga-Rankuwa magistrate’s court on Wednesday, facing charges of murder, kidnapping, house robbery, and carjacking. He will remain in custody until his next court appearance scheduled for July 24.
Public Assistance Requested
Law enforcement officials urge the public to refrain from harboring or assisting **Pontsho** and **MJ**, emphasizing the potential danger they pose. According to Gun Free South Africa, firearms were used in 6,734 murders in the country between 2021-2022, showcasing the lethal potential of armed criminals. (Gun Free South Africa)
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the two suspects is encouraged to contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
Official Statement
“This dastardly, barbaric and abominable crime by these heartless ruffians has robbed the family, relatives and society of a hardworking, valuable member of the community and all the available police resources and expertise will be deployed to make sure that justice is served,”
stated Acting Provincial Commissioner Maj-Gen **Patrick Asaneng**.
