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[BREAKING] Human skull found in Muldersdrift bush

The decomposed body was discovered later that day

A middle-aged farm worker was stunned when he discovered a human skull in an open field at Steynsvlei in Muldersdrift yesterday, 14 June.

The man said he was walking in the field when he came across the skull.

Speechless and shocked, the man rushed to get to the Muldersdrift Police Station, where he reported his discovery.

The police sent the K9 unit to the scene together with other police officers.

During the investigation, the police found the decomposed body of a man a few metres from the skull.

Also Read: Decomposed body found in veld: police suspects foul play

Muldersdrift Police have opened a case of inquest and the skull and body were taken to the state mortuary.

The deceased was wearing a navy blue jersey and a pair of khaki trousers and could be between the ages of 35 and the early 40s.

Police are appealing to anyone who might know anything about this incident to call the Muldersdrift Police on 011 952 4600/ 4641. You can also use the Crime Stop line on 08600 10111, or the tip-off SMS line on 32211 and remain anonymous.

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