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Murder mystery on Mbuzini farm; three bodies discovered

The Mpumalanga SAPS is searching for the families of three deceased recently found on a farm in Mbuzini, in mysterious circumstances.

The Mpumalanga police are searching for the families of two of the three people whose bodies were discovered on a trading farm in Khomabaso in Mbuzini on Friday morning, January 17.

A provincial police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane, has confirmed that the third one has been claimed by his Schoemansdal family.

Ndubane said the farm owner indicated that she had found two male bodies on the farm when she arrived at about 05:00. “She also noticed a stepladder next to a building, and she called the police. A third man’s body was found in the garden. It is suspected that these three could have been on the farm to conduct some illegal activities,” Ndubane said.

She said most of the corrugated iron’s nails had been removed from the building, and the ladder might have been used to reach to the roof. “All three deceased had sustained visible bruises all over their bodies, meaning they were assaulted. A bakkie was also found torched nearby, although its registration number plates were still visible. This vehicle is suspected to have been used by the three males as transportation for some items.”

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The incident is suspected to have occurred between Thursday evening, January 16, and the early hours of Friday.

Ndubane said the investigation continues.

The police urge anyone with information to contact Detective Sergeant Sipho Shekwa on 072 119 3487 or the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111. Alternatively,  send information via the My SAPS app. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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