A suspect arrested after allegedly being found in possession of an item belonging to murdered runner Elizabeth ‘Tsontso’ Moselakgomo is expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court today.
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The arrest marks a development in the case following the killing of Tsontso, whose death has drawn attention to the circumstances surrounding the murder of the runner.
According to the information provided, the South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that a suspect had been taken into custody after an item belonging to Tsontso was reportedly found in their possession.
#sapsHQ [SUSPECT ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM BELONGING TO RUNNER ELIZABETH TSONTSO MOSELAKGOMO] The #SAPS confirms that a suspect who was found in possession of an item belonging to runner Elizabeth Tsontso Moselakgomo has been arrested.
The suspect is expected to appear before the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court today, Monday, 12/10.
The suspect is likely to face a charge of being in possession of stolen property.
At this stage, no murder charge has been brought against the suspect. Investigations are ongoing. ME
https://t.co/si9NQWlF57— SA Police Service 🇿🇦 (@SAPoliceService) October 12, 2026
Suspect expected in court
The suspect is expected to make their first court appearance at the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court, where the case may provide further details about the allegations and the next steps in the legal process.
It has not been confirmed in the information available whether the suspect has been formally charged with murder or what specific charges they may face.
The court appearance is expected to shed more light on the matter as the investigation continues.
Police have made a breakthrough in the Elizabeth ‘Tsontso’ Moselakgomo investigation. Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the possession of property believed to belong to the late jogger. eNCA’s @pule_jones has more. Tune in to #eNCA on #DStv403. https://t.co/hn7GV6P0hw
— eNCA (@eNCA) October 12, 2026
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Investigation into Tsontso’s murder
Tsontso’s murder has raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding her death. The arrest of a suspect found with an item reportedly belonging to her represents a development in the police investigation.
However, the recovery of an item linked to the victim does not, on its own, establish the suspect’s involvement in the murder. The allegations will need to be tested through the legal process.
SAPS is expected to continue investigating the circumstances of the killing as the matter moves through the courts.
Legal proceedings to continue
The suspect’s appearance at the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court will be an important step in the case, with further proceedings likely to clarify the charges and the status of the investigation.
As the matter unfolds, more information may emerge about the evidence gathered by investigators and the circumstances surrounding Tsontso’s death.
The suspect remains presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
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