King Williams Town: Port Alfred detectives are seeking the assistance of the community in tracing a suspect who is wanted for the murder of his ex-girlfriend and the attempted murder of his 9-year-old son. A Warrant of Arrest has been issued for Eric Meyers alias “Ntroko” is being sought by the SAPS.

On 07 October 2018, the suspect stabbed his ex-girlfriend several times to the upper body. She died at the scene. The suspect also threatened to kill his young son and himself. His son now lives with a relative who was also injured during the traumatic ordeal.

Several attempts by the SAPS to locate the suspect have been unsuccessful. Rumours in the community suggest that the suspect has committed suicide, however no such reports have been received by the authorities.

The identity of the suspect is not in dispute as he was identified by several eyewitnesses who know him including close relatives.

The suspect should be considered dangerous and possibly armed with knives. He is about 1,85m tall. He is fair in complexion and slender built. He is about 45 years of age.

Source: South African Police Service