Elderly farmer found murdered in his shop, Toise near Stutterheim
2010/11/03 source: bonganif@dispatch.co.za STUTTERHEIM – The SAPS are investigating the murder of a 76-year-old farmer found dead in his shop in Toise, near Stutterheim. The farmer, who cannot be named until his family is notified, was found by people visiting his store. King William’s Town police spokesman person Captain Thozama Solani said: ““The old man was found murdered inside his shop. We suspect that this incident might have happened on Monday night. Some of the foodstuff was scattered on the shop floor,” said Solani.
The farmer is thought to have been staying alone on his farm at the time of the incident. Solani said the farmer had been well known in the area and local residents had been shocked to learn about his death.Police units from different areas had been sent to the scene.“At this stage no arrests have been made and it’s not clear how many suspects were involved in the robbery and murder.
“Almost all the shop goods were scattered all over the place, and at this stage police are not sure of what damage has been caused or what is missing,” Solani said. - By BONGANI FUZILE Crime Reporter – Daily Dispatch, East London - . bonganif@dispatch.co.za
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