36-YEAR-OLD MAN TO APPEAR IN PRAKTISEER MAGISTRATE’S COURT FOR BRUTAL MURDER OF ELDER BROTHER
POLOKWANE: A 36-year-old man is expected to appear before the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 29 January 2026, on a charge of murder following the brutal killing of his 62-year-old elder brother.
The shocking discovery was made on Tuesday night, 27 January 2026, at about 20:00, at their residence in Praktiseer, under the Tubatse policing area in the Sekhukhune District.
Police received a complaint regarding a male person who was found dead in his bedroom. Upon arrival at the scene, members found the deceased lying on his back with multiple stab wounds and visible injuries throughout his body. He was certified dead at the scene.
A thorough inspection of the scene was conducted and, following further investigations, the younger brother of the deceased was linked to the murder and subsequently arrested.The weapon believed to have been used to commit the crime was confiscated.
The motive for the attack is unknown at this stage; however, domestic-related violence cannot be ruled out.
The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, condemned the incident and called for calm within the community.
“The violent loss of life within a family is deeply concerning and unacceptable. We strongly condemn acts of violence in domestic settings and urge community members to seek lawful ways of resolving conflicts. I commend our members for their swift response and ongoing investigation to ensure that justice is served,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.
