The police in Mpumalanga are looking for a suspect who brutally raped and murdered a 13-year-old girl on Sunday, September 8 at Malema Section, Emzinoni township.
According to the police, it was reported that the girl left home Sunday morning after she was sent to a nearby shop by a neighbour but did not return. Later on the day, her parents together with several community members searched for her but did not find her.
“Her body was discovered close to her home by a passer-by on Monday who then informed the girl’s parents and reported the matter to the police. An intense investigation on the matter is currently underway. Anyone with information regarding this matter is requested to contact Warrant Officer Shibe Mathabe at 0824622836,” said police spokesperson, Brigadier Leonard Hlathi.
