Funeral policy killing: 37-year-old man arrested in Gqeberha
A 37-year-old man has been arrested in Gqeberha in connection with an alleged conspiracy to commit murder and murder following the death of 36-year-old Lelethu Nkabi in KwaZakhele in August. Police believe the alleged conspiracy was linked to a funeral policy.
Police in the Eastern Cape have arrested a 37-year-old man in connection with a suspected conspiracy to commit murder and actual murder, linked to a funeral policy. The suspect, identified as Lelethu Nkabi, 36, was apprehended at his workplace in Gqeberha on Wednesday, October 14, following an investigation into Nkabi's death in August.
Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, a police spokesperson, stated that the arrest was a result of thorough investigations conducted by National Intervention Operation Bamba and Eastern Cape Operation Ukubuza. Police have warned of more arrests to follow as they continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Nkabi's death. The suspect is scheduled to appear before the KwaZakhele Magistrate’s Court on Friday, October 16.
Eastern Cape Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Vuyisile Ncata praised the investigation team's efforts and assured the public that police would continue to pursue serious crime allegations and act against those suspected of involvement in such crimes.
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