SANDF soldier in court on double murder charge
A South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldier has appeared in the Pongola Magistrate’s Court in northern KwaZulu-Natal in connection with the murder of two men.
The 35-year-old allegedly shot and killed Wandile Zungu (22) and 26-year-old Mandela Dlamini on Friday in Golela.
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The man reportedly shot the two victims after accusing them of harassing his girlfriend and refusing to leave the property.
Provincial police spokesperson Thembeka Mbele says a R4 rifle was seized from the scene.
“Both deceased were shot in the stomach and sustained gunshot wounds. The deceased were found covered with blankets.“