By BAKANG MOKOTO
13 August 2026 – A missing person investigation has led to the alleged discovery of the body of a man (19) concealed inside a pit toilet at the R61 Rashoop Informal Settlement. The police said the discovery follows a missing person enquiry registered at Brits on 7 August 2026.
The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Anne Magakoe said the police received a tip-off regarding a person of interest, who was allegedly last seen with the missing teenager. Magakoe said the accused, Johannes Mokoena (46), was apprehended and allegedly volunteered to show police where the missing person could be found.
“At the R61 Rashoop Informal Settlement, Mokoena allegedly pointed out a locked pit toilet behind his shack. Upon opening it, police discovered the body of a boy, whose hands, legs and neck were allegedly bound.
“Two golf clubs suspected to be used in the commission of the crime were also found and seized. Mokoena was arrested and charged with murder, kidnapping and defeating/obstructing the ends of justice. He appeared before the Brits Magistrate’s Court on 11 August 2026 and was remanded in custody until 13 August 2026, for his second court appearance,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Arthur Adams, commended the police and supporting role players for their swift response and collaborative efforts.
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