Young boy (8) kidnapped in Boipatong
The boy had apparently been sent to the shops, about 50 meters away from his home when the incident took place.
BOIPATONG.- The family of Gcina Muzi Manyike (8) is in pain after he was allegedly kidnapped while playing in the street in Boipatong on New Years Day, 1 January at around 16:30. According to the mother of the child, Innocentia Nono (29), they reported the kidnapping to the police after they were notified by onlookers how the kidnapping took place. Nono said that they were informed that the young boy was kidnapped by four occupants who were travelling in a Mercedes Benz Vito. The boy had apparently been sent to the shops, about 50 meters away from his home when the incident took place. Nono alleged that a few young boys witnessed the occupants calling Muzi to their car, enticing him with money. Muzi climbed into the car which then drove off and that was the last time the young boys saw him. 
The victim was last seen wearing a yellow t-shirt printed with a car in front, dark green short pants but was walking barefooted. He has a blond hair cut. Police appeal to members of the community to come forward with information. People with information may contact Detective Captain Moleko on 016 450 2625. Community members can also contact his parents, Innocentia or Vusi Nono on 068 324 8155 or 073 7744 285.
