Mamelodi, 27 October 2025 — Police in Mamelodi East have confirmed the arrest of a 38-year-old man in connection with a tragic double murder that left two young women dead and another injured over the weekend.
According to police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo, the suspect — identified as Tebogo Mnisi, who works as a tavern bouncer — was taken into custody at a Pretoria filling station on Monday morning following an intensive manhunt.
The arrest comes after the bodies of cousins Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga, aged 22 and 21, were discovered in Mahube Valley Extension 17 in the early hours of Sunday.
Preliminary reports indicate that the victims had been socialising at a local tavern before the incident. Residents later reported hearing an argument and several gunshots shortly after 2 a.m.
When police arrived at the scene, both women were found with fatal gunshot wounds. A third woman, believed to be a friend of the victims, was rushed to hospital and remains under police protection while recovering from her injuries.
Police have since opened a case of double murder and attempted murder. The firearm believed to have been used in the shooting has been recovered and will undergo forensic testing.
Colonel Masondo confirmed that the suspect will appear before the Mamelodi Magistrate’s Court later this week once investigations are complete.
Community members have expressed shock and sadness over the tragedy, calling for justice and stronger measures to curb gender-based violence.
The Gauteng Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Tommy Mthombeni, commended officers for their swift response and assured the public that police are working hard to ensure justice for the victims and their families.
