Table View police seek information in murder case

By Kim Saulse
21 January 2010

A 49 year old man was found dead in his Table View residence on Saturday.
On arrival, police found the man lying in the lounge, fully clothed, with pillows under his head.

The body had no visible injuries and according to police had been deceased for a few days.

“After investigation, the detectives from Table View police, were informed by the deceased son, that his dad’s white Volkswagen Caddy LDV, as well as other household items were gone,” said Inspector Elizabeth Munro.

The victims girlfriend, a 24 year old woman, from Strand, was contacted and it was revealed that she was in possession of the stolen items and vehicle.

“When Table View detectives contacted Strand police to assist them in the questioning of this 24 year old woman, they learned that Strand was looking for the same lady, in a similar modes operandi case, which occurred in Strand,” said Munro.

An inquest and theft of a motor vehicle case was opened. Anyone with information can contact the investigating officer Detective Inspector Laurens on 082 6826 281 or Table View police on (021)521-3300/08.