The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) has confirmed the arrest of two legal practitioners by the Nelspruit-based Serious Commercial Crime Investigation Unit. The suspects face charges of fraud, theft, and money laundering connected to incidents dating back to 2021.
According to the investigation findings, a 40-year-old female suspect—the daughter-in-law of the co-accused—allegedly defrauded a businessperson of approximately R14 million. The transaction was conducted under the pretext of facilitating the sale of a business site in Nelspruit.
Investigators determined that the funds were deposited into the bank account of the 73-year-old male suspect, identified as her father-in-law. Authorities state this action was taken in an attempt to conceal the proceeds of the alleged crime.
A detailed investigation, which included following a complex financial trail, resulted in the arrest of both individuals.
The pair are expected to appear before the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court once all administrative processes have been finalized.
The DPCI also confirmed that the female suspect had been previously arrested in connection with similar, unrelated cases.
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