The body of 44-year-old Uraj ‘Joe’ Ahir, owner of Twinkles Gym, was found lying on his bed at his home in Oswald Rapson Road on Monday, April 7.
Initially, no foul play was suspected and an inquest docket into his death was opened. However, after the postmortem was conducted, police realised there were indications that ‘Joe’ had sustained injuries consistent with an assault.

It is believed the suspects went to great lengths to hide any evidence of foul play.

They did not count on the SAPS forensic team and postmortem pathologists turning up damning evidence. A case of murder was then opened.

A suspect was brought in for questioning over the weekend, but was later released.
Anyone who can assist police in the investigation surrounding Mr Ahir’s death is requested to make contact with the investigating officer, Sergeant Dave Warmenhoven, on 036-638-3415 or the SAPS Detective Service Centre on 036-638-3348/49. The SAPS Crime Stop number can also be used (08600-10111). Confidentiality is guaranteed.