The suspects - two men aged 25 and 26 - were arrested in Randfontein and Setlopo village, at Mahikeng in the North West respectively.

In addition, the couple’s stolen Toyota Quantum minibus was found with parts stripped in Lenasia, Gauteng.

According to police spokesperson Sabata Mokgwabone, the suspects are expected to appear in the Molopo Magistrate's Court in Mmabatho on Monday, 27 June 2022, on two counts of kidnapping, two counts of murder and carjacking.

The lifeless bodies of Macdonald Stevens (48) and his girlfriend, Baitibadi Maduna (42) were found in the bushes in Dithakong East village on Sunday, 19 and Tuesday, 21 June 2022, respectively. It was established during investigation that the girlfriend’s body was found with some body parts missing.

The couple was reported missing to the police on Sunday, 19 June 2022. It was reported that the couple was last seen alive on Thursday, 16 June 2022, at the boyfriend’s place in Mapetla Section, Setlopo village.

The Provincial Commissioner applauded the team for their dedication and indicated that no stone will be left unturned to get to the bottom of this incident and that alleged perpetrators face the full might of the law.

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