Cape Town – Police in Polokwane are seeking public assistance in a murder case after the partially burnt body of an unidentified man was found in bushes near a graveyard in Maake.
The body, discovered in Lefara village, had multiple injuries and was estimated to be between 30 and 37 years old.
The victim had dreadlocks, a gold ring on the left hand, and was dressed in black trousers and a white golf T-shirt.
Police received a report from the community, and a murder investigation is underway.
“ The body of an unknown male was found with multiple injuries and partially burnt. Police also found burnt firewood next to the body. The deceased is estimated to be between 30 and 37 years old. A case of murder is being investigated,” police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba said.
The motive for the incident remains unknown.
calling on individuals with information that could result in the apprehension and conviction of the suspect(s) to reach out to Detective-Sergent Rhulani Mathe at 082 319 9742, Crime Stop at 08600 10111, the nearest police station, or utilize the MySAPS app.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu