Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of two police officers in Free State, with the latest arrest taking place on Monday.
A fourth person has been arrested in connection with the murder of two Free State cops.A 29-year-old man is the fourth person to be arrested in connection with the murder of Free State cops Constable Sipho Mohapi and Constable Gedione Motloung .
The Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation said the suspect was traced and arrested in Mangaung village on Monday. Pakiso Lethako, 24, was arrested on January 15, 2025, and the third suspect Lakaje Piet Thetha, 53, was arrested on January 17, 2025.
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