In a significant development, a suspect in the AKA murder trial was identified by the police after swiping his card at Wish restaurant while watching the rapper. Lindokuhle Ndimande, 29, has been apprehended by the police in connection with the murder of the renowned rapper AKA and his friend Tibz. The breakthrough in the case came when Lindokuhle used his newly acquired Standard Bank card at the Wish restaurant, the very place where the tragic incident occurred.
Arrest and Investigation
Lindokuhle, along with his brother Siyabonga, 28, and five other individuals, was taken into custody for their alleged involvement in the murders. The arrests took place while they were attempting to hide in Eswatini, adding a layer of complexity to the unfolding investigation.
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Murder suspect betrayed by his bank card
Investigators revealed that Lindokuhle had recently opened a bank account, and records indicate that he used his card at the Wish restaurant shortly before AKA’s fatal shooting. The subsequent discovery of a substantial deposit of R133,000 into Lindokuhle’s account on the following day has raised suspicions of his direct involvement in the murders.
Unraveling the Plot
The police inquiry has brought to light various aspects of the murder plot. According to investigators, Lindokuhle was observed closely monitoring AKA’s movements inside the restaurant. Furthermore, it is alleged that he collaborated with others, including his brothers, in a premeditated plan to carry out the killings.
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Escape After the Tragedy
After AKA and Tibz were shot outside the Wish restaurant, Lindokuhle and his accomplices swiftly fled the scene in a getaway vehicle, adding a dramatic element to the unfolding events.