Kempton Park murders: Here is the latest from police
Kempton Park recorded the highest number of kidnapping cases in Gauteng between April and June 2026.
Gauteng police commissioner Lieutenant-General Tommy Mthombeni has provided an update on the police investigations of the Kempton Park murders. He revealed that three of the cases linked to the deaths of 12 women have been resolved. One suspect is currently in custody, while a second is set to appear in court this month. The third case involved a victim who was shot, and the suspect was later found to have committed suicide.
Out of the 12 bodies recovered, three remain unidentified. The police have offered a R400,000 reward for information leading to the resolution of these cases.
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