10 August 2010

The IFP in Gauteng has strongly condemned the increase in violent crime in the West Rand of Gauteng, which has led to the murder of two prominent IFP leaders. 

IFP leader Induna Mnguni was shot dead on the 29 July 2010, while IFP councillor Mandla Sibiya was gunned down inside his house in Wadela on the 5th August 2010. 

"We strongly condemn the latest increase in violence, which has led to the deaths of two prominent, law-abiding citizens of the West Rand. During the World Cup the SAPS had increased their crime fighting efforts and manpower, but now that the eyes of the world are no longer on us, criminals are again targeting our communities," said Petros Sithole MP, the IFP Gauteng Provincial Chairperson. 

Sithole called on the West Rand community to assist the police in finding the criminals. 

"We call on the SAPS to launch a thorough investigation into these two murders so that the culprits are brought to book. Furthermore, the IFP calls on community to assist the police with their investigation and to come forward with any relevant information that may assist the police in their investigation," said Sithole. 

In conclusion Sithole said: "Our deepest sympathy and condolences go to the Mnguni and Sibiya family."