Police seek assistance with murder case

By Nadia Samie

Police are seeking the public’s assistance with a murder investigation. Late Wednesday afternoon police found the body of a 55 year old female with stab wounds to her head and neck, lying at the entrance to the lounge. On further investigation, police found the 85 year old mother with a serious stab wound to the head on the lounge floor. She was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and is currently in critical condition. A male in his twenties was allegedly seen running from the scene of the crime. Police spokesperson Randall Stoffell’s says the motive for the murder is not yet known. Anyone with information is asked to contact the investigating officer, Inspector Steven Young on 021 - 710 7300 or Crime Stop on 0860010111.