Murder Investigation Underway After Mutilated Body of 14-Year-Old Girl Found in Roodepoort

The community of Durban Deep, Roodepoort, is reeling from the tragic discovery of the body of a 14-year-old girl in an open field on June 1st, 2025. The body was found mutilated, leading to a murder investigation by the South African Police Service (SAPS). A witness, interviewed on camera, stated, "The police are investigating a case of murder...the body was mutilated." This heartbreaking event has shaken the community, leaving residents deeply distressed. The police have yet to release further details about the investigation, but the family is understandably devastated. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges facing communities in South Africa. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.