The Hawks released a statement appealing to the community to assist with information regarding the murder of both police officials, Madiega Makhoe and Zwelinzima Bomvu. The Free State's Hawks spokesperson, Christopher Singo says an investigation has been issued to locate the suspects of both cases.

“On Friday 23 October 2020, the first victim, the 40-year-old Madiega Makhooe, who was stationed at Odendaalsrus, was shot and killed by unknown suspects after arriving home from fetching his wife from work. 

"In a separate matter on Saturday 14 August 2021, 29-year-old Zwelinzima Bomvu, who was stationed at the Bronville Police Station, was shot and killed by two unknown suspects while off duty.”

“Anyone with information that may assist the police in tracking the suspects may contact the Hawks' Warrant Officer, Secala Vinger, on 079 495 1153 or Crime Stop at 08600 10111. All information provided will be strictly confidential," says Singo.

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