Man (51) discovered dead in bush 20 days after disappearance
Police say investigations are progressing after Aaron Makola's body was found near Delmas, with preliminary findings indicating he was shot and then the body concealed in bushes.
The body of missing EFF member Aaron Makola has been found in a bush near Delmas, 20 days after he disappeared in Bronkhorstspruit.
Makola (51) was discovered by members of the Gauteng Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) on July 30, with preliminary investigations indicating that he had been shot before his body was dumped.
According to national police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, Makola was reported missing on July 10 in Bronkhorstspruit. His abandoned vehicle was discovered the next day.
The Gauteng PKTT took over the investigation on July 20 after speaking to Makola’s family and obtaining crucial information relating to his disappearance.
“An extensive investigation led members of the Gauteng PKTT to Delmas on Thursday, where the EFF member was tragically found,” said Mathe.
She confirmed that Makola’s family has positively identified his body.
Mathe said investigators are making significant progress in identifying those responsible for the murder.
“Investigations are at an advanced stage to identify and apprehend those responsible for the murder, including both the perpetrators and any individuals who may have orchestrated the crime,” she said.
Police said the Gauteng PKTT is continuing with its investigation to determine the motive for the killing.
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