2
SOUTHCOAST FEVER
NEWS
! ! ! N O NG SOETAILS!
November 15, 2018
More Choice, More Savings, More For You...
I RD N O E F S P S E O WATCH PR
IN MARBURG,PORT SHEPSTONE
MAIN HARDING RD, MARBURG VALUE CENTRE (EX CASHBUILD SITE), MARBURG, PORT SHEPSTONE
Man arrested for wife’s murder OMEGA NGEMA >>omega.moagi@media24.com
A
37-YEAR-OLD man was arrested by Hibberdene police for allegedly killing his wife in Hibberdene last Wednesday. According to police, at 8.15 pm the deceased (39) was with her husband at the Leisuredene area when he fatally shot her. “She sustained gunshots wounds to the head. The suspect reported
the matter to the police, claiming that the deceased was shot by two unknown males,” said police spokesperson lieutenant colonel Thembeka Mbhele. However, Mbhele said an intensive police investigation eventually linked the man to the murder. The suspect appeared in the Umzumbe Magistrates Court on Monday this week. The case was remanded until November 19 when the suspect will apply for bail.
SAPS work to eradicate local drug trade appeared in the Port Shepstone and Scottburgh Magistrate courts. One of the suspects,a 61-year-old As part of an ongoing operation to eradicate drug local trade, five sus- man, was found in possession of 800 heroin capsules. His case was postpects were arrested in Port Shepponed to November 16 and he restone and Scottburgh last week. The suspects were aged between mains in police custody. In the Port Shepstone case, the 23 and 61 and were arrested after they were found with a total of 1575 four males who were arrested apcapsules of heroin with an estimated peared in court on November 8.Two street value of R50000. The suspects were granted bail and will make an-
FEVER REPORTER
other appearance early next year . The other two remain in police custody and will make their court appearances on November 16 and 20. “Such operations are continuing throughout the province and drug dealers should be aware that they will face the same fate soon as festive season operations have been stepped up,” warned Colonel Thembeka Mbele.
Man stabbed to death at Gamalakhe tavern OMEGA NGEMA >>omega.moagi@media24.com A THIRTY-FOUR-YEAR-OLD man from Gamalakhe was stabbed to death during an altercation at a tavern in Kwa Xaba ward in Gamalakhe last Wednesday.
The police have identified the victim as Sanele Ngidi. Port Shepstone police spokesperson Captain Petros Mpinge said the deceased sustained stab wounds to his chest after allegedly having an argument with another client at the tavern.
“He was rushed to a clinic where he was certified dead. “A murder case has been opened for investigation at Gamalakhe SAPS,” said Mpinge. The suspect appeared in court on Friday and the case was remanded to December 5.
Margate Saps bids farewell to two retiring officers TWO members from Margate SAPS bid a sad goodbye to their much loved colleagues and friends during a farewell ceremony at St Michaels Sands Hotel on Friday, November 2. Captain Gerald Mfeka,Communication and Media liaison officer in Margate, loyally served the organisation for 24 years. He gained a wealth of experience from working in various fields such as crime prevention, human resource management and media relations. Everyone will miss his calm nature and sincere smile.Mfeka’s wife Sibongile and their three children were on hand to witness the warmth and love that Margate SAPS has for the retirees. SAC Aileen Wilson joined the SAPS in 1993 as a tele-communications operator and also worked at Loss Management and Registry. She has two sons and a daughter who have been her constant support over the years. Lieutenant Colonel SE Neethling described SAC Wilson as the ultimate pro-
fessional who will be remembered for her exceptional telephone manner and helpful nature. She was someone who was always prepared to put the needs of others ahead of her own. The function was attended by officers and members from Port Shepstone and Margate SAPS as well as the retirees’ family members and friends. Among them were Brigadier W illiam Slabbert, Station Commander of SAPS Margate, who reminded the audience how important it is to commend and thank those who have made a positive impact on our lives now , and not wait to do so at their memorial services. A number of speeches by senior management and colleagues recounted all the good times and fond memories shared, and impressed on everyone attending how much these two members will be missed. Everyone agreed that the retirees look too young to be pensioners, but wished them a PHOTO: SUPPLIED healthy, happy and long retirement. Brigadier William Slabbert (left) and Margate SAPS Management hand over a gift to Captain Gerald Mfeka (far right).
PAYMASTER GOLD & DIAMOND EXCHANGE
HONESTY, INTEGRITY & CONFIDENTIALITY GUARANTEED
INSTANT CASH!!! • INSTANTLY!!! NO HASSLES • NO WAIT • FREE QUOTATIONS • WE COME TO YOU
BUY,, PAWN & SELL ALMOST ANYTHING NEED CASH?CARS,WEBIKES, BOATS, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE & TOOLS
CASH FOR GOLD 9ct Gold up to R180 p/g g 18ct Gold up to R360 p/g Silver R4000 p/kg
Subject to international market prices. Terms & Conditions Apply
231 Marine Drive, Manaba • Tel/Fax 039 312 2117 / 2177