Hillary Gardee Suspect Philemon Lukhele Arrested: Who Is He? Philemon Lukhele assassinated Hillary Gardee. Let’s learn more about his motivation and the facts of the crime.
Within political circles, Gardee is known as Mhlabundzima. Lukhele is an ANC senior researcher and a long-serving member of the ANC in Mpumalanga.
Hillary Gardee was the daughter of Godrich Gardee, the former Secretary-General of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in South Africa. Hillary is a member of the PUDEMO organization and was banished from Swaziland.
Hillary Gardee Suspect Philemon Lukhele Arrested, Who Is He?
Philemon Lukhele is a member of ANC in Mpumalanga, he was exiled from the country in 1998, and he was working in ANC for 15 years. He also gained membership in the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO).
Lukhele was taken into custody on 6th May from his guesthouse, at present, he is waiting for his court appearance as well. Lukhele has been linked with his guesthouse, as murder had taken place in the house before the body was removed from the premise.
Philemon Lukhele 39 is one of the men has arrested for the murder of Hillary Gardee. It is believed Hilary was killed at his guest house (Ntsika guest house) in West acres. Philemon holds a position at the Chief Whip Mpumalanga provincial legislature.
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Similarly, Lukhele’s car and Lukhele’s guest house seem to link him with the murder, as his car was used to dump the body. The alleged killer is suspected to be on the run but the Police Commissioner stated that the suspect shall appear in court by Monday.
Hillary Gardee Murder in Ntsika Guest House
The authority’s investigations had led Lukhele’s guest house Ntsika to be the scene of the crime, as the crime had occurred in the house. Hillary Gardee had likely died on the premise of Ntsika house.
Similarly, the police also believe that the person responsible also took the car that belonged to Lukhele. Lukhele has not taken responsibility for the misdeed.
One of the suspects in the killing of Hillary Gardee is this guy who work for the ANC in the Mpumalanga Legislature. Make him famous. #RIPHillaryGardee pic.twitter.com/EeNRJjz20R
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Additionally, Lukhele is a prominent, member of the ANC, he was the student who was exiled from Swaziland and went to South Africa, where he participated in ANC structures. He was also involved with PUDEMO and was subordinate under the leadership of the President.
Philemon Lukehele In Jail: What Are His Charges?
Lukehele has been accused with a murder that allegedly occurred in his home. He was also charged with having possession of the murderer’s property because the car was used in the crime.
Various higher authority members have backed Philemon Lukehele, describing him as knowledgeable and dedicated to the political party. He took part in border blockades and other ANC-profitable acts.
