Man sentenced to two life terms for killing girlfriend and daughter
Police were alerted to the crimes after neighbours complained of a foul smell.
Pule Tshabalala, a resident of Lindley, has been sentenced to two life terms in the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein for the murders of his girlfriend and her 18-month-old daughter. The court in Kroonstad convicted Tshabalala of the December 2024 crimes. Neighbours alerted police with a foul smell, leading to the discovery of the decomposed bodies.
Police spokesperson Warrant Officer Mmako Mophiring noted that Tshabalala was previously found guilty in July and awaited sentencing on August 27th. He was additionally sentenced to five years for defeating the ends of justice, which will run concurrently with his two life sentences for the murders.
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