Wife arrested for murder of husband

 By: Staff  writer 

The SAPS Provincial Organised Crime Detectives under the command of Brigadier Dick De Waal, with the assistance of various other stake holders, arrested the 30-year-old wife of the late Leon Brits (41). The arrest was effected on Monday, 29 March 2021 at approximately 8:45 at their house in Marchand, Kakamas.

On 7 October 2020, the body of Leon Brits had several stab wounds and was found floating in the swimming pool at one of their properties in Pofadder. Several valuables such as firearms, a cell phone, Kruger Rands, polished diamonds and cash was allegedly taken from the premises.

The 30-year-old wife will be charged with murder, aggravated robbery and perjury and should be appearing in the Pofadder Magistrates Court on Wednesday, 31 March 2021.

The investigation continues.