EC Police arrest suspect linked to WSU shooting
Police in the Eastern Cape have arrested a 54-year-old man
in connection with the murder of a Walter Sisulu University student.
Sisonke Mbolekwa was allegedly shot during a protesting at the university’s Mthatha campus in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Two other students were left wounded during the shooting.
In a statement, the university said a staff member’s on-campus home was invaded during the students’ protest over unresolved grievances concerning the students’ residences.
WSU alleged that during the violence, the wife of the staff member sustained serious injuries.
“The staff member and his young children had to be rescued by the South African Police Service. Precautionary measures have been taken to ensure the safety of other staff members who reside on campus,” the statement read.
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Police said the suspect was arrested on Thursday, and has been charged with murder, and attempted murder.
The police spokesperson in the province, Brigadier Nobuntu Gantana, said no further details would be released as part of efforts to preserve the integrity of the case.
“While this arrest is a critical step, the investigation remains active. No further details will be released at this time to preserve the integrity of the case. Updates will be provided as appropriate.”
The suspect will spend the Easter long weekend behind bars, as he is expected to make his first appearance in court on the 22nd of April.
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