SOCIAL MARKETER'S DEATH REMAIN SKETCHY



The details surrounding the missing North West University’s Digital Media Marketer and socialite, Sam Junior Mbatha continue to be sketchy. This comes after the police discovered a burnt car belonging to Mbatha in the field at Ikageng Section in Klipgat on Thursday.

North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said the police also found a body of a man burnt beyond recognition in the boot of the car. Myburgh said the police were allegedly called to the scene of the crime at approximately 7am on Thursday and upon arrival, they found a sedan burnt to ashes. 

“Currently, the police cannot precisely confirm what transpired and investigation into the matter continues. It is suspected that it could possibly be the owner of the vehicle, but the identity of the man cannot be confirmed as the body is burnt beyond recognition.

“The police have opened a case of murder and will conduct the DNA testing to assist in positively identifying the man. Anyone with information that can assist the police, are requested to contact the investigating officer, Warrant Officer Thabo Sekgororoana on 082 ‪520 1588,” she said.

Myburgh said alternatively, they can contact their local police station, or anonymously contact Crime Stop on ‪08600 10111 or use the MySAPS app on your smart phone.

Meanwhile, the Mbatha’s family spokesperson, Kgomotso Sepeng said: “On behalf of the Mbatha family, relatives, and close friends, we would like the public to note that Sam’s car was found burnt on Thursday morning.

“The police, family, and close friends have not declared the identity of the victim who was burnt in the car. The family has not issued any statement to the public prior to this one as they respect the laws and procedures of the investigation.”

Sepeng added that the family humbly requests everyone who is publishing speculations on any publishing platforms including social media, to take down such posts with immediate effect and refrain from publishing further speculations in order to allow the police to conduct investigations.

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