The discovery of the body of a baby girl determined to be between one and three months old has sent shock waves through the Bronville community.
The baby’s body had been mutilated, body parts were missing and she had sustained several stab wounds.
Capt. Stephen Thakeng, media liaison officer for the Lejweleputswa SAPS, says a murder case is being investigated.
“The baby’s head, left leg and right arm were missing and she had sustained four stab wounds. The body parts had been cut off with a sharp instrument. The residents of extension 15 are requested to assist the Bronville Police in tracing the suspect,” says Thakeng.
The body was discovered on 13 January by the owners of a house in extention 15 Bronville. The body was lying in their yard. The Bronville SAPS were informed.
“The home owners allege they do not know the deceased child,” says Thakeng.
The Bronville SAPS are investigating the murder of the baby. The investigating officer, Det. Sgt Hennita Motaung of Bronville Detective Services, can be contacted on 072-124-0441 or 057-910-9928 during office hours.
