The community of Krugersdorp has been left in shock and mourning following the discovery of the body of 32-year-old Samkelisiwe Ntinga, a mother to a one-year-old child. Ntinga had been missing since 30 July 2025, sparking widespread concern among her family, friends, and neighbours. Sadly, hopes for her safe return were shattered when her remains were found earlier today.
According to police reports, the grim discovery was made in a veld near the Krugersdorp Taxi Rank in the central business district (CBD). Residents in the area reported seeing police cordon off the scene as forensic teams worked to collect evidence. The location, which is usually busy with commuters and informal traders, was described by witnesses as tense and somber as word spread about the victim’s identity.
Authorities have confirmed that Ntinga’s boyfriend is the prime suspect in the case. His current whereabouts remain unknown, and police have launched an urgent manhunt. The man, believed to be from Simunye in Westonaria, had been living with Ntinga in Alberton before her disappearance. The circumstances surrounding the suspected crime remain unclear, but investigators are piecing together the events leading to her tragic death.
The investigation took a significant turn yesterday when Ntinga’s vehicle was found abandoned in the Krugersdorp CBD. The car’s discovery raised suspicions that foul play was involved and intensified the search for both the victim and the suspect. Sadly, less than 24 hours later, her body was located nearby, confirming the worst fears of her loved ones.
Friends and family have described Ntinga as a devoted mother and a warm, caring individual who was deeply loved in her community. Her death has sparked outrage, with many calling for swift justice and expressing concern about the growing number of violent crimes against women in South Africa.
Community members have also voiced frustration over what they say is a pattern of domestic-related violence that often ends in tragedy. Activists have urged women to seek help if they feel unsafe in their relationships, stressing the importance of early intervention and community support.
Police spokespersons have appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect. “We are calling on anyone who may have seen or spoken to him recently to come forward. Your information could be vital to our investigation,” one officer said.
Meanwhile, social workers are reportedly working with Ntinga’s family to provide emotional support and to ensure the safety and well-being of her young child, who is now without a mother.
As the search for the suspect continues, the case has reignited conversations about gender-based violence and the urgent need for stronger measures to protect vulnerable individuals. For now, the community of Krugersdorp is left mourning yet another life cut short by suspected domestic violence, and the call for justice grows louder with each passing hour.
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