Elukwatini Police are investigating not only the rape of an elderly woman between the age of 60-65, but also her murder.
According the spokesperson for Elukwatini Police Station, Wiseman Nkosi, they received a complaint on Monday January 27 about a woman who was found dead inside her home.
“Upon our arrival, police found a naked elderly woman with bruises and strangle marks on her neck. She was bleeding from the nose and private parts. Her body was hidden under her matrass and blankets. All relevant stakeholders were called and she was certified dead by Embhuleni Emergency Services personnel,” he said.
Nkosi added that certain items were also missing from the victim’s house; a new set of pots, cell phones, a television and her smart identity card.
“It is also suspected she might have been raped, looking at the circumstances in which her body was found, the bleeding from her private parts and other injuries she sustained.”
Preliminary investigation led to a 35-years old African male being taken in for questioning. Investigations are ongoing on what transpired and could lead to perpetrators being brought to book.
Any information that can assist in solving this heinous act will be appreciated and welcome by the police and will be treated with utmost confidentiality.
It can be sent to Elukwatini Detective services standby number on 082 798 0396. Alternatively, it can be sent to Lieutenant- Colonel Rinckie Sithole on 082 822 8357 or the toll free Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Information can also be send via MYSAPSAPP.
