Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Gauteng

PARKTOWN - The Provincial Commissioner of the police in Gauteng, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni has welcomed the conviction and sentencing of Sibusiso Nasseb Mkhwanazi (22) who was found guilty of multiple counts of rape, premeditated murder, defeating the ends of justice, and possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

On 15 October 2022, six decomposed bodies of women were discovered at a factory in Selby, Johannesburg. A meticulous investigation conducted by Captain Vincent Saunders and Sergeant Prince Mbonambi from Provincial Serious Violence Crime Unit led to the arrest of Mkhwanazi and eventually his conviction for the gruesome crimes.

Mkhwanazi was found guilty and sentenced at Palmridge High Court on 18 September 2024. He was sentenced as follows;

- Six life imprisonment for murder

- 90 years’ imprisonment for six counts of rape

- 10 years’ imprisonment for defeating the ends of justice, five years for theft

- 10 years’ imprisonment for possession of unlicensed firearm

- Five years’ imprisonment for possession of ammunition

The sentences will run concurrently.

"We commend the tireless efforts of our investigators and the judiciary in ensuring justice for the victims and their families. This sentencing reinforces our commitment to combating gender-based violence and crimes related to woman", said Lt Gen Mthombeni.

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