THE matter in which four senior police officers are accused of the 2016 murder of their subordinate, Police Constable Mokalekale Khetheng is expected to resume on August 13, after a brief interval.
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July 29, 2021
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Khetheng murder trial to resume
The first accused Senior Superintendent Thabo Tšukulu
When the case continues before Justice Charles Hungwe about a fortnight from now, the prosecution is expected to introduce a new witness.
This, after leading the evidence of three other officers, including Senior Superintendent Phahla Letsosa, Senior Inspector ’Mabohlokoa Makotoko and Sergeant Khothatso Mphutlane.
The three officers were stationed in Hlotse, Leribe where Khetheng was arrested on arson charges.
Khetheng who was at the time of his disappearance stationed in Mokhotlong was arrested on March 26, 2026 at his home village of Sebothoane, where he was attending a traditional feast.
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After his apprehension, he was never seen alive again.
Senior Superintendent Thabo Tšukulu along with Mabitle Matona, Mothibeli Mofolo and Haleokoe Taasoane are charged with his murder.
The accused in their defence contend that Khetheng was never arrested, claiming that he left the police station of his own accord.
The accused also face other offences including perjury and defeating ends of justice.
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