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Mother arrested for son’s murder

A mother and a 16 year old boy have been arrested and charged with the murder of her 23 year old son in Mhluzi last week.

“The 23 year old died on Friday at the Provincial Hospital and it was initially said that it was mob justice because he allegedly stole,” Sgt Nelisiwe Masemola of the Mhluzi SAPS said.

“During the investigation, it was discovered his mother was somehow involved. She either also beat him or instructed people to do so. She and a 16 year old were arrested and charged in court”.

The woman has been identified as Mantombi Violet Gama. She remains in Police custody.

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