The community of Fynbos Heights, the lifestyle village where Dina (73) and Ernst Marais (71) lived in Mossel Bay, has been leaning on one another for support following the couple’s tragic deaths last week.

The Maraises had been visiting the Kruger National Park in Limpopo when they were brutally murdered.

Their bodies were discovered floating in the crocodile-infested waters of the Levubu River on May 22, following an extensive search operation that had been launched the previous day.

Both victims had sustained multiple stab wounds to their bodies.

Mossel Bay Advertiser reports that Fynbos Heights general manager Helia Scherman said, following the tragedy, she has witnessed a strong support system among the residents. 

“They were very loved by this community. They will be dearly missed.”

Dina and Ernst had no children but had close relationships with their neighbours, friends and family.

The Limpopo police are investigating two counts of murder, along with a hijacking case linked to the incident.

No arrests have been made and funeral arrangements have not yet been confirmed.

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