The decomposed remains of a Limpopo police officer who had been missing for five days were found near her hometown, authorities said on Sunday.
Sgt Juliet Motshwene, 45, went missing on January 30, after being last seen leaving her home in Kgapamadi, Hlogotlou.
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Police spokesperson Col Malesela Ledwaba said Motshwene was last seen wearing blue pants, a green shirt and pink trainers.
“In response to the concerning development, police immediately directed the allocation of all relevant resources to facilitate the search for the missing sergeant.
“The search efforts came to a devastating conclusion when the body of Sgt Motshwene was discovered outside her home village in the afternoon on Sunday. The deceased was found in an advanced state of decomposition.”
Motshwene was stationed at Rakgwadi police station in the Sekhukhune district when she died.
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“Police in Limpopo, along with the family and the public, are mourning the loss of our esteemed colleague. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Sgt Motshwene and offer our support during this difficult period. We ask the family be given the space and time needed to mourn their loss,” Ledwaba said.
Police requested anyone with information about the incident to come forward and help their investigation.
