Join the manhunt: R100,000 reward offered for information on Catholic priest’s disturbing murder
Limpopo police are seeking leads in their investigation into the murder of Tzaneen Roman Catholic priest, Father William Banda.
Banda, a 38-year-old Malawian national, was gunned down around 8am on March 13, 2024, while preparing a sermon at his church.
Police reports suggest that the murder suspect arrived at the church on the morning of the murder pretending to be a congregant. It is alleged that he suddenly pulled out a gun and shot Banda several times.
Emergency personnel rushed to the church following the shooting, but sadly the priest was declared dead at the scene.
A case of murder was opened for further investigations, which remain ongoing.
Despite the South African Police Service (SAPS) launching an extensive manhunt following the “appalling and deeply disturbing” murder in 2024, the case went cold.
The SAPS is now offering a reward of R100,000 for any valuable information that may lead to the arrest of the suspect involved in this heinous incident.
It is believed that the suspect fled in a white car without number plates, and witnesses also said he had a “clean black cut and small goatee beard”.
Those with information can contact Warrant Officer Shai on 082 465 2996 or Provincial Commander of Murder and Robbery Unit Colonel Tinyiko Shilenge on 071 673 1814.
Informants may also use the national Crime Stop number 08600 10111, the MySAPSApp or alternatively, they may visit their nearest police station.
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