A man wanted by KwaZulu-Natal police in connection with multiple extortion cases in Marianhill and across the Durban Metro has now been linked to a brutal double murder in Pinetown.
Provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, confirmed that the suspect is being sought in connection with the fatal shooting of a 22-year-old woman and her 52-year-old mother. The pair were killed in March at their home in the Nazareth area.
The suspect, identified as Linda Hlongwa – also known by the aliases "Mjinja" and "Putin" – has been on the run since 2020 after failing to appear in court for a separate case.
“He is a person of interest in several serious crimes and remains at large,” said Netshiunda. “We are appealing to members of the public who may have information on his whereabouts to come forward.”
Police are urging anyone with relevant information to contact Colonel Sikhakhane on 079 696 3546 or call the Crime Stop hotline at 08600 10111.
Authorities have reiterated that all information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.