PORT ELIZABETH – A 29-year-old Greenbushes man was arrested on Thursday afternoon, 14 May 2020, by SAPS Kabega Park members for the alleged murder and robbery of an elderly couple at their home in Rowallan Park on Saturday, 9 May 2020.
\nIt is alleged that between 10:30 and 11:30, the couple were at home when an unknown suspect entered through the unlocked back door of their house in Maasdorp Street. The suspect accosted Mrs Martha Snyman (83) in the passage in the house. In the altercation, Mrs Snyman\u2019s head was pushed against and she fell.
\nThe suspect then went to the lounge where he accosted Mr David Snyman (76). Two cellphones, cash, jewellery and other household items were taken. Mr Snyman sustained slight injuries to his head. Mrs Snyman succumbed to her injuries on the scene.
\nOn Thursday, 14 May 2020, SAPS Kabega Park members received information about a possible suspect in the Kuyga area. Information was immediately followed up and the 29-year-old male was detained for further questioning. Follow-up investigation on Friday, 15 May 2020 led members of the Mount Road Cluster Detective Trio Task team and the K9 Unit members to several houses in the Kuyga area where most of the stolen items were recovered. Police recovered Mrs Snyman\u2019s diamond ring, 2 cellphones, a DVD player, a watch and a jacket. The suspect had already sold the stolen goods to several people.
\nHe was charged with murder and house robbery and will appear in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate\u2019s Court on Monday, 18 May 2020.
\nThe Mount Road Cluster Commander, Major General Thembisile Patekile commended the teams for their swift investigation and arrest of the suspect. \u2018The SAPS has an inherent responsibility to ensure that the elderly are safe and secure, therefore we will be working in close collaboration with the prosecuting authority to ensure a successful prosecution,\u2019 added Major General Patekile.<\/p>\n
Source: South African Police Service<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"