Missing Soweto Couple Found Dead In Submerged Car

The two-week search for a missing Soweto couple has ended in tragedy after their bodies were discovered inside a submerged vehicle in the Klip River on Wednesday.

Shocking Discovery Near Lakeview Rea Vaya Station

The couple, last seen on Sunday, 2 February 2025, was found in their white Hyundai i10, which was located in a stream along Chris Hani Road near the Lakeview Rea Vaya Bus Station in Mofolo South, Soweto.

Emergency services were dispatched after reports of a submerged vehicle. Upon retrieval, authorities confirmed that two bodies were inside.

Investigation Launched: Foul Play or Tragic Accident?

Gauteng police spokesperson Mavela Masondo stated that an inquest docket has been opened to determine how the vehicle ended up in the river.

Police are considering several possibilities. One theory is accidental drowning, as the area is prone to flooding. However, foul play has not been ruled out, as the exact circumstances remain unclear.

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Masondo urged the public to come forward with any information, stating: “It is not clear at this stage how the vehicle landed in the river. Police are appealing to anyone who might have information to call the nearest police station or contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111.”

Grieving Families Seek Answers

Family members of the victims were devastated upon arriving at the scene, having spent weeks desperately searching for their loved ones.

The Klip River has a history of tragic incidents, including a drowning in November 2023, where two people were washed away during a cleansing ritual.

Authorities continue to investigate all possible leads in this heartbreaking case.

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