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Man attempts escaping the country after murdering girlfriend

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A 50-year-old man known as Clayton Evan Andrews has been suspected by state for ”flight risk” after killing his girlfriend whose body was discovered in Eersterust, Pretoria, on a Sunday morning.

It was revealed on Wednesday in Pretoria Magistrate’s Court when he made his first appearance.


Andrew stated that his intention was to make use of Legal Aid Advocate, but the Legal advocate said the victim was instructed to bring a formal bail application.

Police reported that initial investigations revealed that the said victim asked for transport money from a family member, as he got a new job somewhere.

The state stated that during his appearance there were many witnesses against him for the said murder.

He is facing a murder charge, accused of stabbing his girlfriend, 42-year-old Evelyn de Kock.

However, the case has been adjourned to 24 of June.

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