Police in Mokwakwaila have arrested an 18-year-old male suspect in connection with a murder that took place on 09 February 2026 in Mookgo Village, Block 7.
According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 21:20. Authorities received a complaint from the Community Service Centre (CSC) reporting a murder at the specified location and immediately proceeded to the scene.
Upon arrival, police were met by a male individual who directed them to the victim—an 18-year-old male—who was found lying on the ground. Preliminary investigations indicate that the deceased was walking along the street with a friend when he was allegedly attacked by the suspect. The suspect reportedly stabbed the victim in the upper body before fleeing the scene on foot.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel attended to the victim and certified him dead at the scene.
The suspect was subsequently traced and arrested. He is scheduled to appear before the Kgapane Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 12 February 2026, on a charge of murder.
Police investigations are ongoing.