Rugby legend and retired magistrate, Piet Bester murdered.

By Lehlohonolo Lehana.

Free State police have arrested two suspects in the murder of former Currie Cup rugby player and former magistrate, Piet Christian Bester, whose body was discovered on January 12 at his smallholding near Bloemfontein.

The body of Bester, 63, was discovered by a worker at approximately 9am, lying in a pool of blood, having sustained multiple stab wounds.

Captain Loraine Earle, a police spokesperson in the Free State, confirmed that two suspects had been arrested in connection with the murder.

“The arrests were made possible through the close cooperation and swift action of the local farming community and police, said Earle.

“Thanks to the invaluable support of the farming community resulting in the apprehension of two suspects. This breakthrough demonstrates the strength of community-police collaboration in addressing crime.

“Police investigations are ongoing, and the suspects are expected to appear in court soon. The investigation officer remains available for further information and appeals to the public for any additional details that may assist in this case, added Earle.”

Bester made waves playing Currie Cup rugby for Free State and Griquas in the 1990s. He also played for the Junior Springboks against the All Blacks in 1992.

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