SEBOKENG: The Sebokeng police are investigating a case of kidnapping following the disappearance of 20-year-old Tiisetso Shabalala in Boiketlong.
According to his mother, on June 17, this year, a person approached her and reported that Tiisetso had allegedly been assaulted by a mob on the morning of June 16. The group reportedly accused him of stealing a cellphone belonging to one of the construction workers at the Boiketlong construction site.
Nthabiseng Mokhachane, police spokesperson, said that his mother subsequently went to his place of residence to look for him but found the shack locked and the neighbours were also unable to provide any information about his whereabouts.
During her search, Mokhachane said, a passer-by alleged that Tiisetso had been seen being forced into a white Suzuki bakkie on June 16. The vehicle’s registration number is known to the police. One of the alleged passengers is also reportedly known and can be identified.
“After her unsuccessful efforts to locate her son, his mother reported him missing at Sebokeng SAPS on June 17. The clothing he was wearing at the time of his disappearance remains unknown. Sebokeng SAPS appeals to anyone who may have information that could assist in locating Tiisetso or identifying those involved to come forward.”
Sebokeng Police Station Commander, Brigadier Thembekile Kubone, urges community members to report missing persons and suspected kidnappings to the police immediately. There is no prescribed waiting period before a missing person can be reported. Every second counts, and prompt reporting may assist the police in their investigations and efforts to locate missing persons.
Anyone with information about Tiisetso’s whereabouts is urged to contact the investigating officer, Detective Warrant Officer Setlhathole, on 082 411 6641. Information can also be reported to Sebokeng SAPS on 082 498 9563 or 016 466 2047.
Alternatively, members of the public can contact the police on 10111, Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or report information via the MySAPS App.
