This in connection of a missing rifle that mysteriously disappeared.

The suspect was arrested during a joint operation based on information gathered by the South African National Parks (SANParks)

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According to police reports, it is through investigative effort that one of the rangers was identified as a suspect.

Colonel Donald Mdhluli said the rifle was later uncovered with about 18 ammunition. The items were hidden inside a ceiling at Hluvukani near Thulamahashe, in the Bushbuckridge area.

“It is believed that the recovered rifle could be the one that law enforcement agencies were looking for. The suspect is currently in police custody and will be facing charges related to the illegal possession of a firearm with ammunition as well as other relevant charges that may arise during the course of the probe, of which theft cannot be ruled out,” said Colonel Mdluli.

As per standard procedure, the firearm will undergo ballistic testing to determine whether it was not previously used in the commission of crime elsewhere.

The suspect is expected to appear in court soon.

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According to reports, she was reported missing on Tuesday, June 25 after her family could not get hold of her.

It was later discovered she was not at her residential place and reported her missing at the local police station.

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Her vehicle, a white VW Polo was found abandoned in Pienaar in the bushes on the same evening she was reported missing.

“The car’s wheels were all removed as well as a side mirror and the backseat. The Police have since launched an investigation into her sudden disappearance. Preliminary investigation thus far revealed that a TV set as well as a fridge were missing from her residential house,” said Colonel Donald Mdluli.

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Police urge anyone with information on Mabuza’s whereabouts to contact Detective Constable Sipho Mashinini on 082 936 0295 or 082 556 5186.

Alternatively, members of the public can call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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According to police spokesperson Colonel Donald Mdhluli, farmworkers alerted the police about the body and attended to the scene. Police Minister, National and Provincial Police Commissioners and other high-ranking officers later joined the officers.

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During a visit to the Gardee family home, minister  of police, General Cele briefed the media and said the family need to know who murdered their daughter and why. “Comforting the family is fine, but they expect more than that. We normally give ourselves 72 hours but we will have to reduce the time. We have a criminal that brutally killed a human being. Let us get that person and the suspect will let us know what the motive was,” he said.

The family’s spokesperson, Sinawo Thambo, said Hillary’s death left the family devastated. “It is reassuring that the minister is here. However, it is not surprising because it is part and parcel of his duty. The family has expressed their appreciation and are cooperating with the provincial team,” he said.

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