The provincial police commissioner in the Eastern Cape, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Mene, has ordered the activation of a 72-hour mobilisation plan to trace and apprehend suspects who are responsible for the murder of two people whose bodies were found in Mthatha.
It is alleged that on Monday evening, September 19 at about 22:30, police were summoned to an open space between Sidwadwa View and Zimbane Valley.
At the scene, police found two unidentified men with bruises. One of the deceased was wearing a black tracksuit top with dark pants while the second deceased person was only wearing boxer shorts underwear.
“Mthatha police detectives are seeking the community’s assistance in tracing either the next of kin of deceased persons or suspects involved in this serious incident. The motive behind the murder is currently unknown,” said police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Majola Nkohli.
He added that police are investigating two murder cases. “There are no arrests at this stage. The investigation continues.”
Anyone who can assist in tracing the next of kin or in identifying the bodies or shed any pertinent information about the incident is requested to contact the investigating team on 071 475 2058 or 079 387 8267 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station.
All information is confidential, and callers may remain anonymous.
