Wanted by SAPS and very dangerous Philangenkosi Sibongokuhle Makhanya
Wanted by SAPS and very dangerous Fezile Ngubane
Bongani Mthimkhulu third suspects very dangerous and wanted by SAPS
By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe
SAPS spokesperson
The South African Police Service(SAPS) National Crime Intelligence Unit has found and seized the wanted VW polo that was allegedly used in the murder of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale.
A multidisciplinary team led by the SAPS anti-kidnapping task team seized the vehicle at a panel beater workshop in Phoenix, Durban.
The investigation first led the team to a lodge in Kew, Johannesburg where two suspects had booked a room.
Further intelligence led them to KwaMashu in Durban to the home of one of the suspects.
The suspects vehicle was later found at this panel beater workshop.
Upon inspection by SAPS forensic experts, traces of blood were found inside the vehicle.
VW Polo seize used in Olorato Mongale murder
An elderly man believed to be the owner of the vehicle has been arrested but police are still searching for two men believed to have been directly involved in the murder of Olorato.
The two suspects are on the run and members of the public are urged to distribute their photos far and wide to assist police investigations.
The police are searching for Fezile Ngubane and Philangenkosi Sibongokuhle Makhanya.
The pair is considered to be dangerous and members of the public are cautioned not to come near them.
If seen, immediately call Brigadier Nama on +27 (82) 778-9035.
The National Commissioner of the SAPS, General Fannie Masemola has thanked the team working on the case including SAPS Gauteng Provincial Investigation Unit(PIU), DPCI KZN Tracking Team and the Durban Metro Police K-9 unit as well as private security for assisting the SAPS anti-kidnapping task team.
These suspects are warned to hand themselves over at their nearest police station.
Meanwhile the SAPS has also added a third suspect in a list of wanted suspects related to the murder case of Olorato Mongale.
Bongani Mthimkhulu who is a friend to Philangenkosi Makhanya is also a wanted suspect in this case.
Mthimkulu is dressed in a white top on the attached picture.
Investigations are continuing and the search for all suspects has reached a critical and sensitive stage.
Thank you to all victims who have come forward and those that have called Brigadier Nama with information on the suspects movements for their cooperation.