The body of a 34-year-old man was found in Toekomsrus in an open field next to Banana Street on the morning of Tuesday, 31 July.
According to the information given by the police, the deceased was last seen on Monday, 30 July at his place of residence.
“Investigation on the scene revealed that the deceased was possibly shot, and his personal belongings also seem to be missing. The deceased also had injuries to his face.
The circumstances and time of death are currently being investigated,” said Randfontein Police spokesperson, Captain Appel Ernst.
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Ernst also said that the police urge anyone with information about this incident to inform them by calling the Crime Stop number – 08600 10111. Information may be supplied anonymously.
Jafta Monthato, a resident who lives near where the body was found, said the open field is unsafe for people, especially those who need to get taxis in the morning.
“This is the third incident we’ve seen. The first incident was in December last year, the second was this year in February and now this one. The main problem is that when people go to work in the morning, they have to walk long distances to get taxis and need to walk through this place. Many women have also been robbed while walking here,” he said.
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