A 76-year-old blind woman was found murdered in her home in Olivier Street, Elsburg, on Thursday.
The Elsburg police rushed to the house after receiving a call from a neighbour at about 8.40pm, who informed them that he had seen three men coming out of the deceased’s home.
“Upon arrival, the police found that the woman had been stabbed in her upper body with a sharp object,” said Const Daphney Phooko, the communications officer for the Elsburg SAPS.
“The woman’s guide dog was found in the house and is currently being looked after by the woman’s daughter.”
The police are unsure how the perpetrators gained entry into the house.
“The suspects took electrical appliances and ransacked the house,” said Const Phooko.
“No arrests have been made as yet. A case of murder has been opened and is being investigated.”
The police appeal to the community for information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects.
Anybody who has information can contact Sgt Sam Molopyane on 011 827-2060.
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