Phathutshedzo witness teacher 26 shot dead in Thengwe Mutale early Saturday three victims hit

A tragic incident has occurred in Thengwe village, Mutale, where a 26-year-old teacher, who was both a victim and a key witness in a case against self-proclaimed pastor Phathutshedzo “Prophet Muritho” Sikhuba, was shot and killed. The attack took place early on Saturday morning as the teacher was returning from an all-night prayer service. Tragically, two other individuals, a 69-year-old woman and a 55-year-old taxi driver, were also seriously injured in the shooting.

Key details of the incident

• The victim was a 26-year-old teacher.
• She was a victim and key witness in an assault and rape case against Phathutshedzo “Prophet Muritho” Sikhuba.
• The shooting happened in Thengwe village, Mutale, on a Saturday morning.
• The victim was shot at approximately 04:45 as she was boarding a taxi.
• She was returning from an all-night prayer service at Thengwe Matshetshete.
• The gunman fired at close range, and the victim died at the scene.
• A 69-year-old woman from Tshilamba was seriously injured.
• A 55-year-old taxi driver from Mulodi village was also seriously injured.
• Several spent cartridges were discovered at the crime scene.
• Police have launched investigations into murder and attempted murder.
• The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.
• The victim played a crucial role in the ongoing court case against “Prophet Muritho,” who faces charges of assault and rape.

A teacher’s life cut short

The community is in shock following the brutal murder of a young teacher in Thengwe village, Mutale. The 26-year-old educator was not just a victim but also a crucial witness in a significant court case involving Phathutshedzo “Prophet Muritho” Sikhuba, who is facing charges of assault and rape. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning, as the teacher was making her way home from a prayer service. She was reportedly shot and killed at close range while getting into a taxi. The violence did not stop there; a 69-year-old woman and a 55-year-old taxi driver also sustained serious injuries during the attack. Police are actively investigating the case, gathering evidence from the scene, including spent cartridges, and are working to determine the motive behind this heinous crime. The loss of the teacher is not only a personal tragedy but also a blow to the justice process in the case against “Prophet Muritho.” You can find more details on this developing story and similar news on our local news page.

Frequently asked questions

• What happened to the teacher?

  The 26-year-old teacher, who was a victim and key witness in a case against “Prophet Muritho,” was shot and killed early on Saturday morning as she was boarding a taxi.

• Who is “Prophet Muritho”?

  Phathutshedzo “Prophet Muritho” Sikhuba is a self-proclaimed pastor facing charges of assault and rape. The deceased teacher was a central figure in his ongoing court case.

• Were others injured in the incident?

  Yes, a 69-year-old woman and a 55-year-old taxi driver were also shot and seriously injured during the incident.

• When and where did the shooting occur?

  The shooting took place in Thengwe village, Mutale, around 04:45 on Saturday morning.

• What is the current status of the police investigation?

  Police have opened cases of murder and attempted murder. The motive is still under investigation, and spent cartridges were found at the scene.

• Where can I find more information about this case?

  You can find updates on this incident and related news at the Limpopo Chronicle’s X account: LimChronicle. For more local news, please visit cityofthohoyandou.co.za/category/news/.