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Johannesburg serial killings investigation 2026
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FIRST ENTRY SEP 15
SEP 15 · Day 1
South African president vows justice as more women's bodies found near Johannesburg
Another body was discovered on Tuesday morning, bringing the police investigation to include the deaths of seven women.
One of the identified women was Elizabeth Moselakgomo, a runner whose disappearance last week sparked a public search.
The discoveries of the bodies have sparked outrage and fear across South Africa, with many criticising the authorities for failing to adequately protect women.
“Women should be able to run, walk to work, use public transport, return home, visit friends and participate in community life without having to calculate whether an ordinary activity could place their lives at risk.”