Two Men Charged with Murder of Advertising Director Richard Cassels

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Richard Cassels, the 41-year-old managing director of TBWA Hunt Lascaris, Durban, was brutally murdered during a robbery at his home in April. Cassels, a well-known figure in the advertising industry, was stabbed multiple times in the chest by a gang of armed robbers. The incident shocked the industry and the community, with police describing it as a senseless and brutal crime.

Key Takeaways:

  • Two men, Jabulani Maphumulo (27) and Mpumelelo Sakhi Shangase (25), have been charged with Cassels' murder, as well as housebreaking with intent to rob and robbery.
  • The two suspects requested Legal Aid attorneys when they appeared in court, and are currently on bail of R2 000 each.
  • Cassels was killed during a robbery at his home, where he was at home with his son and a domestic worker.
  • The robbers stole a television set, cellphones, and a 9mm pistol, before attacking Cassels with multiple stab wounds.
  • Despite the efforts of paramedics, Cassels died on the way to St Augustine's Hospital, where he was being taken for treatment.
  • Investigations are ongoing, with police still seeking three other suspects in connection with the case.
  • The case is set to resume on September 9.

Statistics:

  • Richard Cassels was 41 years old when he was murdered.
  • The incident occurred in April, with the suspects appearing in court on [no date specified].
  • Cassels was attacked with multiple stab wounds, and died on the way to the hospital.
  • The suspects, Maphumulo and Shangase, are both 27 and 25 years old, respectively.
  • The bail amount for both suspects is R2 000 each.
  • The police are still seeking three other individuals in connection with the case.

Sources:

  • "Two charged with murder of Westville advertising director" by Mercury Reporter (no date specified)