By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
21 July 2026 – The police in Potchefstroom request the community’s assistance in locating missing Tlotliso Miya (18), who is residing in Die Bult, Dwars Street. The police said Miya is originally from Phuthaditjhaba in the Free State and he is currently a student at North West University (Potchefstroom campus).
The North West police spokesperson, Captain Majang Skalkie said he last spoke with his father telephonically on 2 June 2026, informing him that he would be home around 19 June 2026. Skalkie said, however, he never arrived home.
“A search commenced and extensive investigations were conducted, but police could not locate him. It is unknown what he was wearing at the time of his disappearance. Miya is light in complexion, has a slender build body with black afro hair, a black moustache and a black beard.
“The police request anyone who may have information regarding Tlotliso Miya’s whereabouts to contact the Investigating Officer, Warrant Officer Ithuteng Legotlo on 073 034 7852. Alternatively, they can call their local police station or Crime Stop on 08600 10111,” she said.
Skalkie further said anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the MySAPS App from smart phones.
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