Suspect linked to missing journalist to appear in court

JOHANNESBURG -  A suspect arrested in connection with missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli is expected to appear in the Mamelodi Magistrates Court on Tuesday.

Police confirmed that four people have been arrested and were taken in for questioning on Monday.

One of the suspects was last seen with the couple before they went missing earlier this year. 

It's believed that Ndlovu was last spotted in January, leaving Capital Live SA, a community radio station in Mamelodi, where he worked.

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The police's Athlenda Mathe said the other suspects will appear in court later this week in KwaMhlanga.

"The second, third and fourth suspects that have been arrested were found with different vehicle parts believed to be that of the missing journalist. One of those arrested is said to be a mechanic who fixes cars in the KwaMhlanga area. Two VW Citi Golfs that have been found in possession of the suspects have also been seized.”