Cape Town– A 42-year-old man accused of murdering a former Walmer Estate schoolteacher is expected to appear in court for a bail hearing tomorrow (Friday), marking his second appearance.
The suspect was arrested on Tuesday 23 September, a day after the body of the 68-year-old woman was discovered in her home on Ritchie Street with multiple stab wounds.
Capt FC van Wyk, provincial police spokesperson, said the suspect will appear in the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court.
Gary Adams, acting chair of the Woodstock Community Policing Forum (CPF), praised the police’s progress in the case.
“We welcome the arrest and the good progress that the police have made in relation to this case. We are also thankful to the community, and the neighbourhood watch for assisting the police with the successful arrest.”
He said the brutal murder has shaken the community.
“The community is shocked by the incident. We will keep the community updated of any further developments regarding this case.
