Two burnt bodies — believed to be teenage girls — found in KwaNobuhle

Two burnt bodies, believed to be teenage girls, were found in KwaNobuhle on Wednesday.

The scene where the burnt bodies of two young women were discovered on the outskirts of KwaNobuhle on Wednesday
The scene where the burnt bodies of two young women were discovered on the outskirts of KwaNobuhle on Wednesday (EUGENE COETZEE)

Two burnt bodies, believed to be teenage girls, were found in KwaNobuhle on Wednesday. 

The police have asked anyone with information to come forward.

Police spokesperson Captain Andre Beetge said detectives were investigating a double murder after the discovery of the bodies in the Khayelitsha area of KwaNobuhle.

“At about 8.35am, police were notified about bodies found in bushes adjacent to Fourth Avenue, Khayelitsha.

“Upon arrival, members discovered the severely burnt remains of two unidentified females.

“Preliminary investigations indicate the victims are aged between 17 and 19.

“Their identities remain unknown at this stage.”

He said a double murder case was being investigated and the motive for the murders was unknown at this stage.

The bodies were found by goat herders at about 7am, near the boundary of the Nyosi Wildlife Reserve and KwaNobuhle.

“This is a critical part of the ongoing investigation by KwaNobuhle SAPS detectives under the leadership of the serious and violent crimes unit.

“Police are urgently appealing to the community for any information that could assist in this investigation.

“Anyone with information can contact the SAPS Crime Stop hotline on 08600-10111 or the MySAPS app. Anonymous tip-offs can also be reported.”

The Herald


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