Provincial police spokesperson, Stephen Thakeng, said on Sunday 30 July, at about 08:30, police responded to a crime scene after the body of a man was found next to the road between Ventersburg and Senekal. His body was found 5 km from Ventersburg.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that he might have been robbed as he had open wounds on his hands and arms. He was wearing a green top with grey trousers, grey socks and had no shoes. Emergency Medical Services were summoned to the scene and he was certified dead.” 

The police have registered a case of murder for further investigation. Thakeng said the body has been kept at Welkom Forensic Pathology Services. Anyone with more information can contact the Detective Commander of Ventersburg Detective Services, Sechaba Mothega, on 082 466 8152 or contact the nearest police station.

OFM News