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Investigation after man found dead near Ga-Rankuwa school

Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of death.

Police launched an investigation after the body of a man was found in a road near a Ga-Rankuwa primary school, Tsunami extension 23 on Sunday.

Residents living near the school made the grim discovery at around 08:00.

Police spokesperson Shimi Tsheole said they have launched an investigation to determine the cause of death.

“There were no visible wounds on the man’s body. An inquest docket has been opened,” he said.

Tsheole said it was suspected that the man had collapsed and died.

“It looks like the man was just walking when the incident happened.”

He said the police have been in touch with the family of the man, who was believed to be from Ga-Rankuwa.

“After the investigation, the case might change but this will depend on the results of the inquest,” Tsheole said.

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