The Mmako family in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, is reeling in shock after the devastating discovery of their daughter, Angelina Mmako (31), who had been missing for eight days. Angelina’s body was found buried in a shallow grave beneath her own bed inside her shack in Vezubuhle.
Angelina’s uncle, Sello Mmako (34), revealed the horrifying moment when a family member noticed something suspicious. On Sunday, 13 October, they observed that a double bed had been positioned over an area that had clearly been dug up. Upon further investigation, it was confirmed that Angelina’s lifeless body was concealed there, covered with soil and a cement slab.
“We are beyond shocked and heartbroken,” said Sello. “We had been searching for her for days, not realizing she was right there in her shack all along, buried in such a horrible way.”
Angelina’s family is grappling with immense grief, not only over her death but also over the brutal manner in which she was murdered. Sello emphasized the deep emotional wound this tragedy has inflicted on the family, a wound that will take a long time to heal. “We are struggling to comprehend what led to her being killed like this. We want justice, and we demand that the person responsible be held accountable. They deserve to rot in jail for what they did.”
Angelina was well-loved by her family and community. Described as a bubbly, caring, and supportive individual, her uncle recalled her love for people and her dedication to her faith. “Angelina was a hustler, a Christian, and someone who loved entertainment. She didn’t deserve to meet such a cruel fate.”
The shocking nature of her death has left the community in distress, with calls for anyone with information to come forward and assist in finding the person responsible. Sello made a heartfelt plea to the killer, asking them to explain what Angelina did to deserve such a tragic end.
Meanwhile, the local police in Mpumalanga have opened a murder case, but no arrests have been made. Mpumalanga police spokesperson, Captain Nkosi Magonseni, confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and efforts are underway to apprehend the individual behind Angelina’s murder.
“We urge anyone with information to report it to the authorities so that justice can be served,” Captain Magonseni said. The case has shaken the local community, which is now rallying around the Mmako family as they navigate this difficult time.
The murder of Angelina Mmako has sent shockwaves through KwaMhlanga, with many expressing their outrage and sorrow. The Mmako family continues to mourn, seeking answers and justice for their beloved Angelina. They remain hopeful that the killer will soon be brought to justice and that their family can begin to find some sense of closure.
As the investigation unfolds, Angelina’s family, friends, and community members are united in their grief, determined to ensure that her tragic death does not go unanswered.
For updates on the case, follow local news outlets and assist the investigation by contacting the Mpumalanga police with any relevant information.