The deceased body was discovered on a gravel road next to a Ford Ranger bakkie, of which tires were stripped off.

Police spokesperson Maria Letsele says the police were alerted by members of the community.

She adds the motive of the murder is unknown at this stage, however, an inquest docket has been opened.

Meanwhile, earlier this year police warned motorists to avoid hitchhiking, as cases of car hijacking were on the rise in these areas.

OFM News/Paila Chauke