Police make breakthrough in missing journalist case
Image Credit: southafricatoday- Four suspects were arrested in a cross-province operation by Gauteng and Mpumalanga police in connection with the disappearance of journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli.
- The case has been reclassified from a missing persons inquiry to kidnapping and car hijacking, with additional charges of house robbery and possession of stolen property expected.
- Two Volkswagen Citi Golfs linked to the suspects were confiscated, and one suspect is identified as a mechanic involved with vehicle parts believed to be connected to the case.
- Authorities continue the search for the couple and other suspects, with multidisciplinary police units involved, while government officials have expressed support for the investigation and the family.
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