The Free State police have confirmed the arrest of two suspects in connection with the murder of former Currie Cup rugby player and magistrate Piet Christian Bester, whose body was discovered on January 12 at his smallholding near Bloemfontein.
Piet Bester, a former Free State and Griquas tighthead prop, was found murdered on his smallholding in the Glen district, near Bloemfontein. File picture
By Wendy Dondolo
THE FREE State police have confirmed the arrest of two suspects in connection with the murder of former Currie Cup rugby player and magistrate Piet Christian Bester, whose body was discovered on January 12 at his smallholding near Bloemfontein.
The arrests were made following the swift action of the local farming community, who collaborated closely with law enforcement in the Glen district.
The body of Bester, 63, was discovered by a worker at approximately 9am, lying in a pool of blood, having sustained multiple stab wounds.
“Thanks to the invaluable support of the farming community, we were able to swiftly apprehend two suspects,” said Free State police spokesperson Captain Loraine Earle.
“This arrest marks a breakthrough and demonstrates the importance of collaboration between the community and law enforcement in combating crime.”
The police have urged the public to come forward with any additional details that may assist in the case.
The two suspects are expected to appear in court soon and the investigation remains ongoing.
According to News24, Bester, renowned for his strength on the rugby field, made waves during the 1990s while playing for the Free State and Griquas in the Currie Cup. His remarkable scrummaging skills made him a key figure in the tight five, despite not being the biggest tighthead prop at the start of his career.
Weighing less than 80kg early in his career, Bester eventually bulked up to 95kg. He was also part of the Junior Springboks team that faced the All Blacks in 1992, further cementing his reputation in South African rugby.
Bester’s brother, Andre, also played rugby for the Free State and Griquas, at hooker.
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