A Gqeberha mother who allegedly hired hitmen to kill her 22-year-old son made a first appearance in the New Brighton Magistrate’s Court on Friday.
Shayhieda Dollie, 49, of Gelvandale in Gqeberha was arrested on Wednesday, November 6, following the death of her son Moegamat Thaafir Dollie.
Moegamat was found murdered on October 28, 2024.
Police said he sustained gunshot wounds to his head and neck.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Dollie, an unemployed woman, had been experiencing problems with her son, who struggled with drug addiction and was considered a nuisance at home.
“Seeking advice, she allegedly consulted with various people who suggested a ‘permanent solution’,” said provincial NPA spokesperson Luxolo Tyali.
He said that Dollie allegedly orchestrated a plan with two individuals, known as "Shaun" and "Oompie“.
The plan was to hire hitmen from Johannesburg for a price of R80,000.
The NPA said due to the accused’s procrastination, the price later increased to R380,000.
“The plan unfolded when Dollie told her son he had a job interview, and the perpetrators picked him up, ultimately leading to his murder.”
Tyali said the motive for the murder was allegedly to claim R2 million in life insurance which would be used to pay the hitmen.
In addition to murder, Dollie also faces charges of conspiracy to commit murder.
The NPA said it would oppose the bail application.
The matter was adjourned to November 15, for profile verification purposes.
Eastern Cape police confirmed that more arrests were imminent.
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