MTHATHA – The Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service in the Eastern Cape, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Mene ordered the activation of a 72-hour mobilisation plan to trace and apprehend suspects who are responsible for the murder of two people whose bodies were found in an open space between Sidwadwa View and Zimbane Valley in Mthatha last night.
It is alleged that on Monday evening, 19 September 2022 at about 22:30, police were summoned to an open space between Sidwadwa View and Zimbane Valley in Mthatha. At the scene, police found two unidentified male bodies with bruises. One of the deceased was attired in a black tracksuit top with dark pants. The second deceased person was only wearing boxer shorts underwear.
Mthatha police detectives are seeking the community’s assistance in tracing either the next of kin of the deceased persons or suspects involved in this serious incident. The motive behind the murder is currently unknown.
Police are investigating two murder cases, and there are no arrests at this stage. Investigation continues.
Anyone who can assist in tracing the next of kin or in identifying the bodies or shed any pertinent information about the incident is requested to contact the investigating team on 071 475 2058 or 079 387 8267 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station. All information is confidential and callers may remain anonymous.
Source: South African Police Service