MALAMULELE POLICE INVESTIGATE A CASE OF ATTEMPTED MURDER IN DINGA VILLAGE
POLOKWANE: The police in Malamulele are investigating a case of attempted murder following a shooting incident in which a 22-year-old woman was shot. This horrific incident occurred at Dinga village, Malamulele policing area in the Vhembe District, on Friday 07 June 2024 at about 03:45.
According to the report, the victim was asleep at home with her husband and child when two unknown African males, one armed with a firearm, entered their shack and demanded money and a cellphone. One suspect shot the victim in the lower body and fled the scene.
The victim was taken to the nearest hospital for medical attention.
Police were notified about the incident, and an attempted murder case was opened.
The Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has strongly condemned the incident of attempted murder.
Police urge anyone with information that may assist in apprehending the suspects to call the Investigating Officer, Captain Bernett Baloyi, on 082 319 9724, Crime Stop number 08600 10111, the nearest police station, or share information on MySAPSApp.
Police investigations are continuing.
