Four traffic police officers were arrested for m8rder of a 37-year-old Nigerian man in South Africa.
The deceased identified as 37-year-old Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu, who was legally in the country, was shot and k!lled on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 on the N12 in Klerksdorp.
The traffic officers, aged between 25 and 36 years old, are members of the national traffic department (RTM road traffic management).
It is alleged that he was chased by four traffic police officers while conducting operations.
In the pursuit, the deceased was allegedly shot, and his vehicle was later found in the middle of the road on the opposite side of the N12. His body was found in the middle of the road.
Police were notified of the incident and swiftly responded. Upon arrival, it was discovered that the traffic officials involved had already left the scene.
Information received and preliminary investigations by detectives led the team to a place in Klerksdorp, where the suspects’ official firearms were seized for forensic ballistic analysis.
The suspects are expected to appear in the Klerksdorp Magistrate’s Court on Thursday December 18 on charges of m8rder and defeating the ends of justice.
The North West Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Naidoo commended the Klerksdorp Detectives police for their swift and effective response.
Additionally, he thanked those who assisted the police with information that led to the arrest to ensure that justice is served.