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The Citizen
7 days ago
- The Citizen
Help find Hennie: Family offers monetary reward for information
POLOKWANE – A reward of R5 000 is being offered to anyone with reliable information that can lead to the whereabouts of Hendrick 'Hennie' van Zyl (32). Van Zyl left his home in Polokwane on June 7 and was en route to the Greenery Shopping Centre at the time of his disappearance. Read more: Polokwane police search for missing man Hendrick van Zyl This is according to his cousin, Chris Barnard, who told the Polokwane Review-Observer that the family hopes the monetary reward will increase the chances of his cousin being found, as he has been missing for seven days now. At around 13:00 on June 7, van Zyl informed his grandparents that he would walk to the shopping center and return in about 30 minutes but never made it home. This prompted the family to file a missing person's docket three days later at the Polokwane Police Station. Van Zyl left home dressed in a green check shirt, a brownish jacket, blue jeans and black sneakers, the family representative confirmed. Barnard said Van Zyl started working as a fleet manager for a popular vehicle tracking company this June and has also worked for a Johannesburg-based medical facility. 'He is a kind soul but he needs his family, as his aunt, my mother, passed away three months ago, which has had an impact on him very much like the rest of the family,' Barnard said. Polokwane Community-Policing Forum chairperson Rudolph Phaswana said photos of Van Zyl were posted across many local community social media platforms with no results. Those with information are requested to contact the investigating officer Sgt Mokgadi Molope on 082 728 9831, the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or via the MySAPSApp. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
7 days ago
- IOL News
Midnight church robbery: Armed assailants steal pastor's Audi SUV and amplifiers
Armed robbers invaded the church in Mpumalanga and got away with the pastor's white Audi Q3 SUV with registration number KFM 302 MP, which the assailants used to flee the scene. Image: File Police at Masoyi, in Mpumalanga, have launched an investigation into a case of business robbery after armed suspects stormed a church during a night prayer service and robbed congregants. Provincial police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane said the incident happened in Numbi, shortly after midnight on Saturday morning. 'According to information received, congregants were attending an overnight prayer session at The Moving Ministries of God Church in Numbi, when five unknown African males wearing balaclavas entered the church while worshippers were praying,' said Ndubane. The suspects, armed with pistols, threatened the congregants and robbed them of 11 cellphones, two amplifiers, and the pastor's vehicle keys. 'The stolen items were loaded into a white Audi Q3 SUV with registration number KFM 302 MP, which the suspects used to flee the scene. The vehicle has not been recovered at this stage, but tracking efforts are ongoing through the Cartrack company,' said Ndubane. She said no injuries were reported during the incident, and no shots were fired. On Saturday afternoon, police said no arrests had been made. 'Anyone with information that may assist in locating the suspects is urged to contact Detective Captain David Hlatshwayo on 072 233 7530. Alternatively, members of the public can report anonymously via the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or through the My SAPS App,' said Ndubane. Police assured community members that all information received will be treated with strict confidentiality. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. Meanwhile, acting provincial commissioner of police in Mpumalanga, Major General Zeph Mkhwanazi, has condemned the incident. 'We grew up knowing that the house of the Lord is a sacred place to be respected. It is deeply concerning that criminals now boldly target churches. We urge congregants to remain vigilant, especially during night gatherings, to ensure their safety and avoid falling victim to such crimes.' [email protected] IOL News
The Citizen
09-06-2025
- The Citizen
Body of woman with gunshot wound found in Roodepoort veld
Body of woman with gunshot wound found in Roodepoort veld Police are investigating a case of murder after the discovery of a woman's body, believed to be in her early 30s, in an open veld in Braamfischerville Phase 4 on June 4. According to the police's Johannesburg District communications co-ordinator, Lieutenant Colonel Mpho Tshetlhane, the body was discovered and reported to police by a passer-by at about 08:00. Also read: Roodepoort police search for killer after teen girl's mutilated body found in veld 'Upon arrival at the scene, police officers found the woman lying in a pool of blood,' she says. 'Preliminary investigations revealed that the woman sustained a bullet wound to the head. She was declared dead by paramedics on the scene. 'No one has been arrested yet, and police investigations are continuing.' The police are appealing to community members with information regarding the incident, or that might assist police investigations, to contact Dobsonville Police Station on 079 525 1365 or 079 525 1373. Alternatively, they can report any information at their nearest police station or via the police Crime Stop number, 08600 10111. 'They can also use the MySAPS App to provide tip-offs anonymously.' This is the latest incident in what seems to be a spike in similar cases in recent months, with the bodies of two women found in a veld in Matholesville in April. Meanwhile, the search for 21-year-old Tshepisong student Tshegofatso Mothobi is still ongoing after she went missing on May 20. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The South African
08-06-2025
- The South African
Kamogelo Baukudi: Breakthrough in kidnapping of Free State teen
A 42-year-old police sergeant has been taken in for questioning and detained in Bloemfontein, Free State, in connection with the kidnapping of 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi. The teenager was kidnapped on Thursday, 5 June and has not been seen since. South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson in the Free State, Brigadier Motantsi Makhele said the sergeant will appear in court soon in connection with the case. Free State police commissioner Lieutenant General Baile Motswenyane, has reiterated the SAPS's unwavering commitment to uncovering the full truth behind this heinous crime. Motswenyane said the investigation has now entered a crucial phase. 'The involvement of any SAPS member in criminal acts will not be tolerated. Culprits will be held accountable – even if they are within our own ranks,' Motswenyane said. The SAPS continues to appeal for public assistance. Anyone with information is urged to contact Lieutenant Colonel Kelaotswe Lebodi – 082 527 6348, Lieutenant Colonel David Ramasoala – 082 527 7390 or Captain Sabata Jafta Moseme – 082 526 2713. Alternatively, they can drop an anonymous tip on the MySAPS App of call the SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
TimesLIVE
06-06-2025
- TimesLIVE
Police launch manhunt after school pupil ‘kidnapped by fake cops'
The police's task team in Bloemfontein, Free State is searching for 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi, who was allegedly kidnapped by two men impersonating police on Thursday. According to police, the complainant, Daniel Malebatso, arrived at Marti Du Plessis School in Fitchardpark as usual to fetch Baukudi, who is a grade 11 pupil at the school. "The two left the school premises with Baukudi driving the Suzuki Ertiga," said provincial police spokesperson Lt-Col Thabo Covane. While driving on Vereeniging Drive Erlichpark in Extension, Malebatso alleged they heard a siren sound from behind and were pulled over by occupants in a white Toyota Hilux GD-6 double cab. "Inside the Toyota Hilux, there were two unknown male persons, one wearing a police uniform and the other a blue tracksuit," said Covane. The suspects' bakkie was allegedly fitted with blue lights on the grill and what appeared to be a police radio inside. Covane said the suspect wearing a police uniform told Malebatso the Suzuki Ertiga they were driving was suspected of delivering drugs. He said the suspects then allegedly separated Baukudi and Malebatso and instructed Malebatso to drive at the front while they followed from behind to the Park Road police station. "The two vehicles turned back and drove in a westerly direction on Vereeniging Drive. Malebatso alleged a truck moved in between the two vehicles and he did not see the the Hilux again. "He said one suspect was speaking Sesotho fluently and mentioned the name 'Thipe'. Cellphones belonging to Baukudi and Malebatso were found under a bridge on Ferrera Road." A case of kidnapping and impersonating police was opened at the Parkweg police station. Any member of the public who might have information that can help the police find Baukudi and might have seen the vehicles while on Vereeniging Drive is requested to contact Capt Sabata Jafta Moseme at 082 5262 713. Alternatively, the information can be submitted on the MySAPS App or call the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111.
