Mutilated body found in open veld

The victim appears to have been killed for muthi.


Lindi Moloi, Brackendowns police spokesperson, is asking for assistance to help identify the bodies of two deceased individuals found near Alrode, in Johannesburg, Alberton Record reports

A man’s mutilated body, around 25 and 30 years of age, was found in an open veld next to Thina Zonke on Monday, June 26, at about 4.20pm. The victim appears to have been killed for muthi, as his armpits, genitals, ears and right hand were completely severed and were missing.

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Is is alleged the victim seems to have been murdered elsewhere and dumped in the veld, partly covered with leaves.

Anyone who may have any information, please contact Detective Mathebula on 011-617-5621.

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