Police Investigate Murder After Alleged Mob Justice Incident in Thohoyandou
THOHOYANDOU – Limpopo police have opened a murder investigation after a 27-year-old man died from injuries allegedly sustained during a mob justice incident at Dovheni village in the Vhembe District.
According to police, officers responded to reports of the incident on Sunday, 26 July 2026, where they found the injured man in Dovheni village. Emergency Medical Services transported him to a local hospital, where he was admitted under police guard after allegedly being linked to a burglary case in the area.
Police said the man was later transferred to another hospital for further medical treatment but succumbed to his injuries. He had sustained an open wound to his upper body.
A murder case has since been registered, and police have launched a manhunt for those responsible.
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has been notified, while a post-mortem examination will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
Acting Limpopo Provincial Commissioner Major General Jan Scheepers condemned the incident, warning communities against resorting to vigilantism.
“No person may take the law into their own hands. Community members are urged to report any suspected criminal activity to the police and allow the law to take its course. Acts of vigilantism will not be tolerated, and those responsible will be arrested,” said Scheepers.
Police have appealed to anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact the investigating officer, Captain Sydney Dama, on 082 469 1035, visit their nearest police station, call the Crime Stop hotline on 08600 10111, or submit anonymous information via the MySAPS App.
Investigations are ongoing.
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