Family of murdered Dale (Danyaal) Kistna (32) from Marburg is offering a reward for any information that leads to the conviction of those responsible for his death.
Dale was last seen on Wednesday, February 23 wearing a blue shirt, blue jeans and takkies.
His body was found in bushes five days later (February 28) at Bombo Ward, KwaNdelu Location in Msinsini, about an hour’s drive from Port Shepstone.
In the interim, his sister, Diamond had been searching frantically for her brother.
It was a press statement released by the police and published on the Herald’s website that led to Diamond finding her brother.
In the statement, police were searching for his next-of-kin, and his tattoos – ‘Dale’ – and the words – ‘Only God can judge me’ – was distinctively tattooed on his right arm.
Diamond said her brother’s body was found discarded in a bushy, isolated area, he was only wearing his boxer shorts. His six to seven gold teeth were missing.
It also appeared that he had been tortured and beaten, hair was also missing from his head.
Diamond described her brother as a well-liked, friendly, out-going person. Although he wasn’t perfect, he had a good heart. He loved cars, good food and the gym.
He sadly leaves behind a four-year-old daughter.
“His unexpected death comes as a shock to the family, and they have so many unanswered questions. Dale comes from a good, loving family. No matter what he did, nobody had the right to murder and dump his body like they did,” she said.
Diamond has had many sleepless nights, and the incident has left her family broken and shaken, and they are desperate to find closure.
“His death is a huge mystery, and we are searching for closure and answers, and are hoping the police can assist us.”
Police spokesman Captain Petros Mpinge confirmed that Saps Msinsini is investigating a case of murder, and no arrests have been made so far.
Anyone with any information can contact investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Isabel Ngcobo on 039 6991600 at Msinsini Saps.
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