x

16-year-old girl shot dead by a police officer in South Africa

16-year-old girl shot dead by a police officer in South Africa

A 16-year-old grade 10 learner, Alicia Mohlaloga was allegedly shot dead in South Africa by a police officer, who is also her neighbour.

It was gathered that the incident happened in the early hours of Friday, October 2, at Seshego Zone 1 EXT in Polokwane, Limpopo.

16-year-old girl shot dead by a police officer in South Africa

It is alleged that she was shot for no reason and that the police officer was under the influence of alcohol.

The police officer will on Monday, 5 October, appear before the Seshego Magistrate’s Court on charges of murder.

16-year-old girl shot dead by a police officer in South Africa

According to the Spokesperson for the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), Ndileka Cola, the officer, who resides in Seshego, requested transportation to Lethuli Park for himself, his wife and their child after their room had flooded due to heavy rain.


“It is alleged that when the person arrived at his home, the officer took his wife and child to the car. He then returned, stood in front of another room, which is rented by a woman and her 16-year-old daughter. The officer allegedly fired numerous rounds through their door, with one killing the teenager,” Cola’s statement read.


The police were summoned to the scene and upon arrival, immediately brought the matter to the attention of the Directorate. The officer was arrested and took the IPID to the spot where he had hidden the firearm.


Cola says the IPID are investigating the girl’s death as a result of police action.

Meanwhile South Africans have taken to Facebook to demand for justice for Alicia Mohlaloga. South Africa’s Youth Command Limpopo, in a statement issued on Saturday, said they will be organising a protest march.

“Police officers and soldiers are the killers of our people this days. They are the ones who should protect us from human traffickers and crimes” the statement partly reads.

Hot this week

KOSIEC Releases Timetable for 2026 Kogi Local Government Elections

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaThe Kogi State Independent...

INSPIRATION:Building a Reliable Humanity: Where Peace and Growth Reign

With Mary EwaLife will always remain a venture—an unfolding...

Terrorist Invade Southern Kaduna Community, Abduct 10 Residents in Kauru LGA

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaTerrorists have again attacked Southern Kaduna,...

Defection: Kaduna Now 95% APC — Governor Uba Sani Declares at Mega Rally

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaKaduna State Governor Uba Sani has...

BREAKING:** Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyers Quit Terrorism Case

Lead counsel and former Attorney-General of the Federation, Kanu...

Hazras Charity Foundation Concludes Educational Kits Distribution in Kano, Expands to Jigawa State

By Jabiru HassanThe Hazras Charity Foundation, a delivery partner...

Kaduna Women Journalists Urge Government Action on Poor Power Supply, Commend State’s Climate Efforts

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaThe Nigeria Association of Women Journalists...

Gov. Ododo Hails Appointment of Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu as New Chief of Army Staff

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaKogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman...

NDDC Commissions Naval Facility in Bayelsa to Boost Security in Niger Delta

By Amgbare Ekaunkumo, YenagoaThe Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)...

KOSIEC Releases Timetable for 2026 Kogi Local Government Elections

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaThe Kogi State Independent...

Terrorist Invade Southern Kaduna Community, Abduct 10 Residents in Kauru LGA

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaTerrorists have again attacked Southern Kaduna,...

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img