5th man arrested over murder of Umngeni Municipality DA councillor
Nhlalayenza Ndlovu was murdered at his home in 2023 in front of his wife and children.
A fifth individual has been apprehended by the KwaZulu-Natal Political Killings Task Team in connection with the 2023 murder of Umngeni Municipality DA councillor Nhlalayenza Ndlovu, who was slain at his residence in Mpophomeni. The 44-year-old suspect is set to face Howick Magistrate’s Court on Monday. Ndlovu's murder occurred in front of his wife and children.
Chief Simphiwe Zuma, located in Impendle, has been identified as the alleged mastermind of the killing and remains incarcerated after being denied bail twice. Two other suspects have already admitted to their involvement. National police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe stated that investigations are ongoing, and the total number of suspects arrested and charged for the murder now stands at five.
The KwaZulu-Natal Political Killings Task Team remains committed to apprehending all those responsible for political killings. Ndlovu's family expressed relief as the suspects appeared in court.
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