Picture: (One of missing children, Rethabile)

By REGINALD KANYANE

A search to find Bloemhof missing children continues after the DNA test revealed that the bones that were found in the area have no link to Rethabile Tshabadira (3) and Matseleng Nteta (7). Two girls went missing almost a year ago at Boitumelong Location, in Bloemhof after they went to a local tuck-shop to buy sweets.

Two girls went missing almost a year ago at Boitumelong Location, in Bloemhof after they went to a local tuck-shop to buy sweets.
Few months ago, bones were found in a shallow grave in the area and that raised hopes of Tshabadira and Nteta’s families. Maria Nteta (29) who is Matseleng’s mother said they were disappointed after the police informed them about the results.

“We were relieved when we heard that there were bones found in a shallow grave in Bloemhof. We want to bury our children, if they are dead and have closure. This tortures us every day without knowing where you child might be.

“However, we still urge anyone with information to come forward and ensure that our children are found either dead or alive. We lost hope long time ago in the police because nothing positive came out of their investigations. It seems they have also hit dead end. I missed my daughter so much,” Maria said.

Rethabile’s grandmother, Lenah Tshabadira (49) said the police have failed them dismally. She said the police did not put more efforts in finding their children.

“Rethabile was a bubbly person and I still maintain that the police failed us. The police took 48 hours to intensify a search. We could have found them in time if their reacted earlier. However, we will remain confident and hope that one day they will crack this case,” she said.

North West police spokesperson, Brig Sabata Mokgwabone said: “No DNA found on the exhibits (bones). So, the bones were not linked to the missing children and will not be handed over to the families. Police investigation continues and the families were duly given feedback regarding this.”

Dr Ruth Mompati region social activist, Mika Moeti said: “We will work closely with police to ensure that perpetrator/s is caught. We cannot continue to live normal while we having missing children. They have families and it is wrong for monsters do as they please within our communities.”

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