Manhunt launched after suspects killed farmer and injured wife
Police in the Western Cape are currently on a manhunt for five suspects who brutally attacked a farmer and his wife on their farm near Vanrhynsdorp.
The incident occurred on Monday night when the suspects stormed the house on Ronderug Farm, resulting in the death of 72-year-old farmer Willem van der Westhuizen and leaving his wife seriously injured.
According to police spokesperson Lieutenant Malcolm Pojie, the suspects entered the farmhouse through the back door while their faces were covered with balaclavas.
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Van der Westhuizen suffered a stab wound to his neck during the attack. It is a horrifying and tragic event that has shocked the local community.
“The level of violence displayed during this incident is deeply concerning,” said Lieutenant Pojie.
“We are treating this case as a priority and have launched a manhunt to apprehend the suspects.”
Incidents of farm attacks in South Africa have been a cause for concern for many years.
Farmers and their families often live in remote areas and can be vulnerable targets for criminals.
These attacks not only result in loss of life and physical harm but also have a significant impact on the psychological well-being of the victims and the wider farming community.
The Western Cape government has expressed their condolences to the family and has called for a swift and thorough investigation into the attack.
Dr. Ivan Meyer, stated, “Farm attacks are a blight on our society and threaten the livelihoods of our farmers. We need to do everything in our power to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the safety and security of our farming communities.”
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The police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation.
It is hoped that through the efforts of the police and the cooperation of the community, the suspects will be apprehended and brought to justice.
The brutal attack on the farmer and his wife serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by farming communities in South Africa.
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