A 32-year-old Meqheleng man has been arrested and charged with the murder of his 24-year-old girlfriend, Nomsa Kotope. The arrest followed a report made to the Ficksburg police on Sunday, 6 December 2025.
According to police, the suspect’s ex-girlfriend arrived at the Ficksburg police station to report a possible murder at a rental residence in Zone 2, Meqheleng. Police responded immediately to the scene.
Upon entry to the rented room, officers discovered Kotope lying on the floor. Emergency Medical Services were called and pronounced her dead at the scene.
Preliminary information indicates the suspect had allegedly accused Kotope of infidelity prior to the incident.
The 32-year-old suspect was apprehended shortly after the discovery of the victim. He has been formally charged with murder and is scheduled to make his first court appearance at the Ficksburg Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 9 December 2025.