GEORGE NEWS - Local police are investigating three murders that took place over the Christmas weekend. One in George, one in Conville and one in Thembalethu.
A man died at George Hospital on Christmas morning at about 06:00 after he was found in Hendricks Street, Thembalethu, with a stab wound to his arm. He was taken to hospital but unfortunately succumbed to his wounds.
Anyone with information that could lead to an arrest, is asked to contact the investigation officer, Lucy an Rensburg, on 044 802 8906 or Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
Murder in Conville
On Friday 23 December, Conville Police arrested a 38-year-old suspect on a charge of murder in connection with the death of David Tarentaal (39) in Bruce Street, Borchards at about 20:15.
According to Southern Cape police spokesperson Sgt Chris Spies, it is believed that the victim was standing in the street when a man approached him and demanded cash.
"The man thereafter stabbed the victim with scissors. He sustained a stab wound to the chest and died on scene," said Spies.
The suspect was later tracked down and arrested. He remains in custody and is expected to appear in court on a charge of murder on Wednesday 28 December.
Body found in CBD
George Police opened a murder docket after they found a man's body, with several stab wounds, it Hibernia Street, on Friday morning at about 04:00.
Spies says police officers were busy with vehicle patrols in the CBD when they made the discovery. The man was dressed in khaki pants and a maroon T-shirt at the time of the discovery and had several stab wounds to his chest and back. He was later declared dead by paramedics on scene.
Detectives assigned to the matter took three men into custody earlier today for questioning.
The identity of the deceased is yet to be confirmed.
"Investigation is still at a very early stage. The motive for the killing is yet to be determined and forms part of the ongoing police probe. Investigation into this attack continues," said Spies.
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