Thursday, June 5, 2025
Two suspects arrested in connection with the murder of Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) Member of Parliament, Khethamabala Sithole, are expected to appear before the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court today.
This as a task team established following the murder made a breakthrough in their investigation.
“Two suspects have been arrested and charged with murder and two counts of attempted murder, following the incident which took place at Buyafuthi hostel in Katlehong on 31 May 2025 at about 5:30pm,” said the South African Police Service (SAPS) on Thursday.
It was reported that unknown men opened fire on the group of people who had gathered for a meeting.
“Sithole was declared dead on the scene while two more people were taken to hospital with gunshot injuries. One of the two injured was treated and discharged while the other one is still in hospital.”
On Monday, 2 June 2025, the team brought in three people for questioning where two of the three, aged 30 and 32, were linked to the incident. The third person was released.
READ | Police closing in on suspect in Khethamabala Sithole case
Sithole served as the Deputy Chief Whip of the IFP.
“The suspects will be appearing before the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court today, 5 June 2025,” said police. – SAnews.gov.za
