Have you seen him? Girlfriend, sister and boyfriend hacked to death as suspect vanishes

Police are searching for a 41-year-old man James Mohajane, after three people were allegedly hacked to death at a house near Makapanstad in the North West.

Police have launched a manhunt for a 41-year-old man wanted in connection with the alleged murder of three people, including his girlfriend, who were allegedly hacked to death with a spade near Makapanstad in the North West.

The police said they had intensified their fight against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), as well as serious and violent crimes against women, children and vulnerable groups during Women’s Month.

National police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said police are searching for James Mohajane, 41, who is wanted for the murder of his girlfriend, Moipone Lefoka, her sister, Esther Lefoka, and Esther’s boyfriend, Tshepo Molekwa.

Mathe said it is alleged that the three victims were last seen together at a house belonging to Molekwa.

“On Sunday morning, the bodies of the three victims were discovered at the house.”

Mathe said Mohajane was nowhere to be found when police arrived at the scene.

Police are searching for James Mohajane in connection with the alleged murders of Moipone and Esther Lefoka and Tshepo Molekwa.

Mathe said the motive for the killings is still under investigation and called on the public to assist police in locating Mohajane.

“SAPS is appealing to anyone who may have information on the whereabouts of James Mohajane to immediately contact Sergeant Nhlapo on 078 918 7746.”

Mathe urged members of the public not to approach or confront the suspect, but to immediately provide any information to police.

“The SAPS reiterates its commitment to intensifying efforts to prevent and combat GBVF and violent crime, particularly crimes targeting women and vulnerable groups,” she added.