Police make breakthrough in case of murdered e-hailing driver

Police have arrested one person in connection with the death of an e-hailing driver in Pretoria on Wednesday.

The female suspect was apprehended by police on Friday.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the victim was murdered in his car by a male and female who requested a ride on an e-hailing app in Pretoria West.

The incident was captured on dashcam footage, with the video being shared widely on social media.

The hijacked vehicle and the body of the victim were found in Atteridgeville on the same day.

Police spokesperson Mavela Masondo says the suspect is expected to appear before Atteridgeville Magistrate's Court on Monday, 16 February 2026, facing charges that include car hijacking and murder.

Masondo adds that more arrests are imminent and investigations are continuing.