Growing concerns over women’s safety after body found in Thembisa
Ten bodies of women were found in Ekurhuleni and one in Soweto
Following the discovery of another woman's body in Tembisa, there is growing concern over the safety of women in the area. The body of a half-naked woman was found outside the Mooifontein Cemetery, in the Vusimuzi informal settlement, in Tembisa, Ekurhuleni. This has left residents of the area feeling uneasy, with some expressing their lack of safety.
To date, ten bodies of women have been discovered in Ekurhuleni, alongside one in Soweto. Police have confirmed the discovery and stated that their teams are currently present at the scene while preliminary investigations are underway. A community member recounted hearing screams near the Mooifontein Cemetery, expressing their fear and uncertainty.
They emphasized that they cannot conclude the circumstances surrounding the woman's death, as many people are still returning from work even at 10 pm. The community member highlighted their fear of going to work and their concern that they may be next, asking, "What if tomorrow it's me?"
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