Video: Burnt bodies found near Graskop as police question suspect

The provincial police spokesperson briefed the media at a crime scene along a mountainous route in Mpumalanga, where three bodies were found.

April 22, 2026
Gia Radnai Less than a minute
Pathologists carry a body to a van. Photos: Gia Radnai

Three burnt bodies were discovered by police today in dense bush next to the R535, between Hazyview and Graskop.

Lowvelder reports a 29-year-old suspect has been taken in for questioning.

Investigation underway

Police cannot yet confirm whether the victims are linked to any kidnapping cases reported in the area.

Mpumalanga Forensic Pathology is on the scene while police continue their investigation.

This is a developing story and Lowvelder will update its readers as more information becomes available.

Watch as Mpumalang police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo briefs the media:

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Police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo briefs the media, after three bodies were found on the R535 between Hazyview and Graskop.

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April 22, 2026
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Gia Radnai

Gia is a senior journalist at Lowvelder and joined the editorial team in 2025. She started her career as a business journalist in 2022 and decided to pursue her dream of becoming a news reporter instead. She believes in giving people a voice and is known for her community and hard news stories.
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