Molosankwe has been described by local police as a community-minded individual who played an important role in assisting police efforts
Police have confirmed that activist Thato Molosankwe has been shot dead in the North West province.
It is understood that Molosankwe was shot at his house in Lomanyaneng early on Wednesday morning.
Shooting
North West police spokesperson Captain Majang Skalkie confirmed the incident to The Citizen.
“North West police confirms incident. The incident occurred today in the morning,” Skalkie said.
Manhunt
Colonel Adel Myburgh said Molosankwe sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
“The Acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (Saps), Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, has directed the North West Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General Ryno Naidoo, to ensure maximum resources are deployed to hunt down the killers of vocal Mahikeng-born crime activist and traditional healer, Mr Thato Molosankwe.
“Lieutenant General Dimpane has strongly condemned the brutal murder and assured the community that no stone will be left unturned until those responsible are found and brought to book,” said Myburgh
Molosankwe has been described by local police as a community-minded individual who played an important role in assisting police efforts aimed at strengthening relations between the Saps and communities, Myburgh said.
The Provincial Murder and Robbery Unit has taken over investigations into the matter.
Police are appealing to anyone with information that may assist investigations to contact the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or provide anonymous tip-offs via the MySAPS App.
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