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Suspects Swiftly Shut Behind Bars for Bityi Murders

ZWELITSHA – The mobilization of all available resources by the Eastern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Mene, bore fruits as the seasoned Detectives have arrested two people and seized one firearm within days of crime on Tuesday night, 22 October 2024.

As Police hit the ground on the heels of the suspects, their in-depth investigation led to the arrest of two people, aged 22 and 39, at Msukweni Location, Bityi Administrative area outside Mthatha. Upon investigation, Police were taken to a place where the unlicensed firearm (norinco) and ammunition were recovered.

The suspects are charged for five counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder, armed robbery and possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition. The duo will appear at Bityi Magistrate Court on Thursday, 24 October 2024.

The Provincial Commissioner of the Eastern Cape, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Mene, has commended the investigating team who worked on the killing of five family members in Bityi for registering a breakthrough. “As SAPS, we are concerned and worried about ongoing mass shooting, and that is why dedicated teams have been established. This sends a stern warning to the perpetrators that Police will not repose but ensure that perpetrators who are responsible for any crime are facing the full might of the law, “concluded Lt Gen Mene.

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