Berea, January 13 — A 21-year-old man, Pusetso Lechesa from Likoting, was arrested on January 8th in connection with the murder that occurred in Likoting on January 6th.
Lechesa appeared before Magistrate Tlokotsi on January 9th, where the charges against him were formally read. He remains in custody awaiting trial and is scheduled to appear in court again on January 20th.
Senior Inspector Relebohile Mahula, confirmed the arrest and urged members of the public to continue cooperating with the police to ensure justice is served.
“We appreciate the community’s assistance in this matter and encourage anyone with further information to come forward,” he said.
This arrest follows growing concerns over rising violent crimes in the area since early January.
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