11-Year-Old Girl Hacked To Death With Axe

An unimaginable tragedy unfolded in the Free State over the weekend, as an 11-year-old girl named Nthabiseng Motsoaosile was brutally hacked to death with an axe.

The incident occurred in Stilte Park, Meloding, and her lifeless body was discovered covered in a pool of blood and a blanket on Saturday afternoon.

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The local community was left in shock and disbelief as news of the gruesome murder spread. Police spokesperson, Captain Stephen Thakeng, confirmed that several community members were present at the crime scene.

The grief-stricken father of the deceased was interviewed and positively identified his daughter.

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In a shocking turn of events, a suspect believed to be responsible for the murder was traced to his hideout and subsequently killed by angry members of the community. This act of vigilante justice has raised concerns and further complicated the investigation, as police now find themselves dealing with a double murder case.

Captain Thakeng urged anyone with information about the individuals involved in the suspect’s murder to come forward. The public is encouraged to contact the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or anonymously submit information through the MySAPS app.