The suspect arrested after the discovery of six bodies at a panelbeaters' business in Johannesburg was on Tuesday formally charged with one murder.
His case was postponed by a week after a brief appearance in the magistrate's court to give the state time to prepare before a bail application.
“The accused is charged with one count of murder although six bodies were discovered,” said National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane outside court. “It is a schedule 6 offence, as we are alleging the murder was premeditated.” Mjonondwane said the investigations are ongoing concerning the other five female bodies found at the premises.
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