Virginia killing has officials questioning motive

The police in Virginia are searching for the suspected murderer of a 35-year-old man found with a gunshot wound.


The police in Virginia are searching for the suspected murderer of a 35-year-old man found with a gunshot wound.

On 17 September, a shepherd came across the body of a man with a gunshot wound to his head. The police were called and a case of murder is under investigation.

Identified as Motsamai Paulos Mathabela, a Lesotho national, the victim was found near a tree at an old showground in Long Road, an industrial area, with both hands tied up.

He was wearing green overall pants, a brown jacket with a hoodie, and black gumboots.

The motive for the killing is unknown and the police are looking for suspects.

Should anyone have information about the incident or the whereabouts of possible suspects, contact Det. Andrew Lechesa of Welkom Serious and Violent Crimes on 060-985-933, the Crime Stop number 08600-10111 or, alternatively, share information via the MySAPS App .

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