Brutal killing remains unsolved after more than two years
Authorities in Limpopo are renewing their call for public assistance in tracking down those responsible for the brutal murder of a 60-year-old man at Thohoyandou's Miluwani Unit C, a case that has remained unsolved since late 2023.
Mamphaga Mpho Winnet was discovered dead inside a residence on the evening of 26 December 2023, at approximately 18:10. His daughter directed officers to the property after they arrived at the scene, where they found Winnet lying on his back bearing multiple stab wounds to his upper body. An electric cable had also been wound around his neck.
"Police are now requesting the male person known as 'Marubini', whose picture is attached, to urgently report to his nearest police station, as it is believed that he may have information that can assist with the investigation."
Paramedics who were called to the scene could only confirm that Winnet had succumbed to his injuries. A murder docket was immediately registered, and detectives launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the killing.
Key individual sought for questioning
Investigators have identified a man known only as "Marubini" as a person of interest in the case. Authorities believe he may possess critical information that could advance the probe and have urged him to present himself at the nearest police station without delay.
The appeal forms part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement in the Thohoyandou policing precinct to gather actionable intelligence from community members. Anyone with information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the suspect or suspects is encouraged to come forward.
More than two years after the fatal attack, the investigation remains active, and police have stressed that every piece of credible information from the public could prove decisive in bringing those responsible to justice.
Unsolved violent crimes erode public trust in law enforcement and deepen fear in communities already grappling with high murder rates, making cases like this one significant beyond Thohoyandou alone. For residents and local businesses, prolonged investigations can discourage investment and weaken social cohesion, as people feel unsafe in their own neighbourhoods. Whether renewed appeals generate fresh leads may depend on community willingness to engage with police, a relationship that remains fragile across many parts of the country.
