TZANEEN – A man has been arrested in Bolobedu in connection with the brutal murder of a woman whose body was discovered at Mooifontein Cemetery in the Vusimusi Section of Tembisa on Saturday, September 26.

The deceased, identified as Ntombifuthu Nxumalo, was found naked at the cemetery with serious head injuries.

Police said no visible stab wounds were observed at the scene.

Investigation leads police to Mohlabaneng

According to preliminary investigations, Nxumalo had been drinking at a local tavern with a female acquaintance before leaving the premises in the company of an unidentified man.

The investigation took a disturbing turn when residents living near the cemetery reported allegedly hearing a woman screaming. Police investigators subsequently followed leads that took them to an address in Tembisa.

However, investigators discovered that the suspect had travelled to Limpopo, after which a joint operation was launched to track him down.

The team travelled to Mohlabaneng village, where the suspect was found asleep and then arrested.

Investigation continues

The circumstances surrounding the woman’s death remain the subject of an ongoing investigation.

Gauteng provincial commissioner commended the multidisciplinary team for its swift response and investigative work, which resulted in the suspect being traced and arrested.

Police are continuing with the investigation, and further developments are expected as the suspect appears in court.