National SAPS spokesperson, Brigadier Vish Naidoo, the 29-year-old man was initially taken in for questioning during the early hours of Friday morning.
Naidoo said following intensive and extensive investigations the accused has now been charged with the murder of Gauteng MP and Chairperson of the Provincial Safety and Security Committee, Mapiti David Matsena.
The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service, General Khehla John Sitole has applauded the Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General Johan Ndlovu and his team for their speedy and positive response to the 72-hour Activation Plan. "He will appear in court on a charge of murder and possibly for housebreaking with intention to commit murder. While the suspect has been charged, detectives are still yet to confirm the motive for the killing," Naidoo added.
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