Three Additional Suspects Added in Nigerian E-Hailing Driver Murder Case
Three more accused individuals have been formally charged in connection with the murder of Nigerian e-hailing driver Isaac Satlat, bringing the total number of suspects to six in this high-profile case. The new suspects include Tumishang Mogau Mabutla, aged 23, and his girlfriend Ofentse Senwamadi, aged 18, both residents of Atteridgeville, as well as Thabang Kenneth Mothwa, aged 27, from Saulsville.
Court Proceedings and Charges
The matter was heard before the Pretoria Magistrates' Court, where the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Regional Spokesperson for the Gauteng Division in Pretoria, Lumka Mahanjana, issued a detailed statement on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. According to the statement, Mabutla is facing serious charges of premeditated murder and robbery with aggravating circumstances. Senwamadi has been charged with premeditated murder and robbery with aggravating circumstances, specifically as an accessory after the fact, while Mothwa faces a charge of robbery with aggravating circumstances, also as an accessory after the fact.
Allegations and Common Purpose
It is alleged that all six accused, including the three newly added individuals and the previously charged suspects—Dikeledi Tears Mphela, Goitsione Machidi, and McClaren Mushwana—acted in common purpose to kill the 22-year-old e-hailing driver on February 11, 2026. The prosecution claims that after disposing of the deceased's body, the accused took Satlat's vehicle to Mothwa, who was tasked with removing the tracker from the car, further implicating him in the criminal activities.
Arrests and Investigation
The three newly added suspects were arrested on Monday, February 16, 2026, following extensive police investigations that successfully linked them to the offences. Their arrests mark a significant development in the case, as authorities continue to piece together the events leading to Satlat's tragic death.
Case Postponement
The court proceedings have been postponed to February 23, 2026, to allow the legal representative of the sixth accused to formally come on record and for all six accused to appear together in court. This postponement ensures that the legal process proceeds smoothly, with all parties adequately represented as the case moves forward.
This case has drawn widespread attention due to its violent nature and the involvement of multiple suspects, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety for e-hailing drivers and criminal activities in the region. The NPA's swift action in adding new suspects underscores the seriousness with which authorities are treating this matter, as they seek justice for the victim and his family.
