Detectives from SAPS Morebeng in Capricorn District have arrested three suspects, aged between 38 and 58, in connection with the brutal murder of a man who was burned beyond recognition at the Marumo Fase Sports Ground in Eisleben Makgato Section, Botlokwa policing precinct on Thursday, 01 May 2025.
On the day of the incident, an anonymous call was received by the Community Service Centre (CSC), reporting that a person was on fire at the sports ground. Police responded immediately and the body of a male victim, burned beyond recognition, was discovered at the scene. No bystanders were present to provide information.
A thorough investigation was launched by the Morebeng Detectives. Through information provided by community members, it was revealed that the victim had allegedly been caught stealing at a house in the Makgato Section. He was reportedly assaulted with a spade at the residence before community members were called to the scene.
The victim was then tied with wire and dragged to the Marumo Fase Sports Ground. There, he was further assaulted with various objects before being set alight.
On Friday, 06 June 2025, detectives operationalised the information and successfully arrested three suspects at their respective homesteads.
The suspects are expected to appear before the Morebeng Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 09 June 2025, on charges of murder.
The investigation is ongoing, and efforts are underway to trace and apprehend additional suspects involved in this heinous act of mob justice.
