POTCHEFSTROOM – The Police in Klipgat are investigating a case of murder following an incident wherein a body was found inside a burnt vehicle in Ikageng Section, at a soccer field in Klipgat. 

It is alleged that the police were called at approximately 07:00 on Thursday, 17 June 2021, to the scene of crime where upon arrival, they found a sedan that was burnt to ashes.  Furthermore, they found a burned body of a man in the boot of the vehicle.

Currently, the police cannot precisely confirm what transpired and investigation into the matter continues. It is suspected that it could possibly be the owner of the vehicle, who has been missing since the incident was reported. However, the identity of the man can’t be confirmed as the body is burnt beyond recognition and DNA testing will have to be done to assist in positively identifying the man.

Anyone with information that can assist the police are requested to contact the investigating officer, Warrant Officer Thabo Sekgororoana on Cell: 082 ‪520 1588. Alternatively you can contact your local police station, anonymously contact Crime Stop on ‪08600 10111 of use the MySAPS app on your smart phone.‬‬‬‬‬‬

Source: South African Police Service