Mpumalanga police ask for help after discovery of human remains in the bush

Acting Mpumalanga police commissioner Maj-Gen Zeph Mkhwanazi has appealed to the community for assistance after an elderly man searching for his livestock discovered human remains in the bush near Seabe, Mmametlhake, last Thursday.    

According to information, the man found a human skull, loose bones and clothing scattered in the area. 

Police spokesperson Capt Magonseni Nkosi said police were summoned to the scene and found a grey jersey and other clothing items. 

Nkosi said police were unable at this stage to confirm the cause of death, age and gender of the victim pending further investigation. 

“Our investigation might require us to conduct DNA sampling. Community members who reported loved ones missing might play an important role in tracing the deceased’s family,” said Mkhwanazi.

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