• Double Homicide in Ngobozana: A suspect is on the run after allegedly murdering his ex-girlfriend and wife in separate incidents in Ngobozana Administrative Area, Eastern Cape, on August 5, 2025.
• Sequence of Events Leading to the Murders: The suspect reportedly shot his ex-girlfriend at a tavern between 1:00 and 1:30 am before later killing his wife at their home while she was asleep.
• Suspect’s Vehicle Abandoned and No Arrests Made: The suspect fled the scene in the family vehicle, which was found abandoned, and authorities have not yet made any arrests.

Police have launched a manhunt for a 42-year-old suspect following a double murder in Ngobozana Administrative Area, Eastern Cape, in the early hours of Tuesday, 5 August 2025.

According to initial reports, the suspect allegedly shot and killed his 22-year-old ex-girlfriend at a tavern in Chithwayo locality between 01:00 and 01:30. Shortly after, he is believed to have driven to his home in Unity Park, where he fatally shot his 49-year-old wife while she was asleep.

The suspect fled the scene in the family’s vehicle, which was later found abandoned. No arrests have been made at this stage.

Police are investigating two murder cases and have urged the public to assist in locating the suspect. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Colonel Siyabulela Kufa of the Lusikisiki Detectives at 082 302 5118, call Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or report to the nearest police station. All calls will be treated confidentially, and callers may remain anonymous.

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