Man arrested for Soshanguve kids’ murder

Man arrested for Soshanguve kids’ murder

Gauteng police have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of two children in Soshanguve. 

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By SAPS

The suspect allegedly shot six people and burned a shack where two girls, aged four and seven years, were sleeping in Soshanguve on Sunday. 

 

Two of the victims died while the other four were taken to a medical care centre for treatment.

 

Police say the suspect was arrested in Akasia on Sunday.


A vehicle that was allegedly used during the commission of the crime was also seized. 

 

Gauteng police spokesperson Mavela Mosondo says more arrests could follow. 

 

“The arrested suspect is expected to appear before Pretoria North Magistrate's Court on Wednesday, facing four counts of murder and four counts of attempted murder.

 

“The search for other suspects is continuing.”


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