Jealous boyfriend on the run after girlfriend’s murder in Limpopo village

April 21, 2026Last Updated: April 21, 2026

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Introduction

Location: Matlelerekeng, Sekhukhune District, Limpopo province, South Africa
Event: Suspected domestic homicide; manhunt initiated for a male suspect
Victims: A 34-year-old woman, identified as the girlfriend of the suspect
Date of incident: Sunday, 19 April 2026
Law enforcement response: Police launching a manhunt and appealing for information
Source of update: SA Police Service social media post
Additional resources: Live link to the police update and category for more local news

Place of incident: Spitzpunt village, within Matlelerekeng area
Suspect: 39-year-old male
Victim: 34-year-old female (girlfriend of the suspect)
Incident date: Sunday, 19 April 2026
Police action: Manhunt launched by Matlelerekeng police under Sekhukhune District
Appeal for information: Police asking the public to provide any information that could assist in locating the suspect
Source/communication: Message published by the SA Police Service on social media with a link to further details
Live social media link: https://x.com/SAPoliceService/status/2046448217248653714
Related news category: More local stories can be found at City of Thohoyandou news page

What happened? A woman was killed by a man described as her boyfriend; police have started a manhunt for the suspect.
Where did it happen? Spitzpunt village, Matlelerekeng, Sekhukhune District, Limpopo.
When did it occur? Sunday, 19 April 2026.
Who is involved? A 39-year-old male suspect and a 34-year-old female victim; police from Matlelerekeng and the broader Sekhukhune District are involved in the investigation.
What is the police asking from the public? They are requesting information that could help locate the suspect.
Where can I read more updates? Visit the SA Police Service status post linked in the story and the City of Thohoyandou news category for more local updates: https://x.com/SAPoliceService/status/2046448217248653714 and https://www.cityofthohoyandou.co.za/category/news/
Is this incident connected to other cases? The report does not indicate any broader connection beyond a domestic violence-related homicide. Investigations are ongoing.
How can I stay safe or help? If you have information, contact local authorities or report anonymously if possible as per local police guidelines.