Musina Family Attacked in their Farmhouse
A Musina family was attacked in their farmhouse on Wednesday morning after five attackers presumably gained entry to their home through an unlocked back door.
The suspects found a couple and their three minor children.
They allegedly threatened them with firearms and robbed them of electronic appliances such as TV, laptop, and microwave, amongst other items.
The suspects also opened the safe in the house and stole firearms before they fled the scene with the victim’s vehicle.
The victims managed to seek help from the neighbour, who immediately activated the police.
The victims were tortured and sustained serious injuries during the robbery incident. They were then taken to the hospital for medical treatment.
A house robbery case was registered for further Police investigations.
The owner, Mr Natie Vos, was bludgeoned with several objects and sustained serious injuries.
He was taken via ambulance to the Netcare Pholoso Hospital in Pietersburg (Polokwane) for treatment.
His spouse, Jane Marie, was also assaulted that her injuries required stitches but the children were unharmed.
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AfriForum said a comprehensive follow-up operation, which included a tracking team and air support, was launched but the attackers’ tracks were lost in harsh terrain.
Jacques Broodryk, AfriForum’s chief spokesperson on community safety, said community involvement was of crucial importance in the fight against crime.
“This incident proves that when communities and safety networks work together successes can be achieved,” he said.
“We also want to send a clear message to criminals: We will not stop looking for you and bring you to justice. Farm attackers will not go unpunished.”
Local farm watches, including the Linton, Mopani and Tshipise Farm Watches, are cooperating with the police in searching for the suspects.
The FF Plus in Limpopo says it will continue to shine the spotlight on farm attacks in Limpopo on provincial government level.