Detectives from the SAPS Morebeng in the 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.
The gruesome incident occurred on Thursday, 01 May 2025, when an anonymous call alerted the Community Service Centre (CSC) that a person was on fire at the sports field. Police rushed to the scene and discovered the charred remains of a male victim. No bystanders were present to provide immediate details.
A thorough investigation by Morebeng Detectives revealed that the victim had allegedly been caught stealing at a house in the Makgato Section. According to community members, he was assaulted with a spade at the residence before residents were summoned. The victim was then bound with wire, dragged to the sports ground, and further assaulted with various objects before being set alight.
Following weeks of intensive investigation, detectives operationalised the gathered intelligence and arrested the three suspects at their respective homesteads on Friday, 06 June 2025.
The accused are expected to appear before the Morebeng Magistrate’s Court today, Monday, 09 June 2025, facing charges of murder.