Decomposed body found in Theunissen, police search for family

Theunissen police have asked for the community’s help to find relatives of the slain man found in a decomposed state near Cecilia farm next to the railway line in Theunissen on Monday, 9 May.

Police spokesperson captain Stephen Thakeng said that a passer-by informed the police about the body discovered in a farm.

“Officials then responded instantly to the scene, where the body was found in a prone position and already in a decomposed state,” Thakeng said.

Thakeng said preliminary investigation reveals that the deceased was known as Sabata with unknown surname, and he originates from Botshabelo.

The deceased was found wearing a black jacket, a black, red belt, faded blue jean trouser, a navy blue bucket hat and a pair Grasshopper shoes.

“Should anyone have information to assist in tracing relatives of the deceased, detective sergeant Mokhele Mokhele of Theunissen Detective Services who can be contacted at cellphone 082 466 8130 or contact police emergency number 08600 1011,” said Thakeng.