EASTERN CAPE - 2 SUSPECTS RAPE AND MURDER 91 YEAR OLD WOMAN DURING HOME INVASION

Reports suggest that the two elderly women were sleeping together when two unknown suspects entered their house through the window. 

It is alleged that the suspects demanded money and then started raping them.

During the incident, one of the victims managed to escape for her life to a neighbour's homestead, whilst leaving the other inside the house where the incident took place. 

Police were called to the scene of crime, and on arrival they found the 91 year old outside the house already deceased. 

It is still not clear what weapon was used cases in the killing. 

However, cases of Rape and one of Murder have been registered. 

The motive for this incident forms part of the ongoing investigation. 

No arrest is made at this stage.

“We shall hunt and find them. It is better that they condition themselves to bid their families a goodbye, as the prison is waiting for them.” Lieutenant General Ntshinga remarked.

Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of those responsible for the gruesome murder and rapes, is requested to make contact with Captain Pikashe on 0727319892 at Tsomo Police Station or call the crime stop number 086 00 10 111. Callers may remain anonymous and information received will be treated with strictest confidentiality.

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