The toddler’s body was found wrapped in a black plastic bag in someone’s garden in Makeleketla on Sunday (17/11). The toddler’s older brother had reported him missing the day before, but the search was called off later that day after nothing was found.
A resident called police on Sunday morning to report the body in the local community garden, Free State police spokesman Stephen Thakeng said.
“Upon arrival, police discovered the body of a child wrapped in a black plastic bag. Emergency services declared the toddler deceased.” The toddler’s next of kin were notified and an uncle identified the body as his nephew Lethabo Litabe, he said.
The body of Lethabo Litabe (3) was found in someone’s garden, wrapped in a black plastic bag. Photo supplied.
Anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of a suspect is urged to contact Winburg Detective Services on 082 466 7678 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
Meanwhile, a North West man appeared in court near Taung on Monday on three murder charges after allegedly killing his parents and sister on Friday. Oleboogg Kale (33) was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on Monday (25/11).
The family was in their home when the suspect entered and allegedly hit his father, Mosimanegape Kale (74), on the head with a knobkerrie, his mother, Phodisho Kale (68), and sister, Bonolo Kale (27), before killing fled. scene.
“Emergency services and medical rescue services were called and all three victims were pronounced dead at the scene,” North West police spokesperson Adéle Myburgh said. Residents helped track down the suspect, who was arrested in Shaleng village on Saturday morning.
North West Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Sello Kwenana thanked the community for their assistance. “The police will work hard to ensure a successful prosecution.”
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