Tebogo Tshepang Nthibo allegedly gave a customer’s account details to another accused person who then gained access to the account. Appearing for arraignment before senior Magistrate Tshepo Thedi, the state further told the court that Nthibo along with others who are yet to be arrested allegedly transferred cash amounting to P702 036,07 from the customers account.
The crimes detailed elsewhere in this edition from the loss of a former minister to the heartbreaking murder of a child, and public arson to relentless gender-based violence, paint a distressing picture of a society under strain.These are not isolated tragedies. They are a collective alarm bell, ringing out as we enter a period meant for peace and goodwill.The festive season, while a time of joy, can also amplify existing pressures.