Kempton Park: List of Victims Found Over a Period of Two Months

September 15, 2026 / Kings

Kempton Park: List of Victims Found Over a Period of Two Months

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Details of the women’s bodies discovered along a 15-kilometre stretch of the R21 freeway corridor and the Rhodesfield precinct between 15 July and 14 September have been made available by the IOL Crime Desk.

All of the victims were under the age of 40. The incidents appear to share some similarities. Although some suspects linked to earlier cases are in police custody, concerns remain over the continued pattern of violence against women in the area.

While police have not declared that a serial killer is operating in the area, the similarities between the cases have raised concerns about a possible connection.

List of Kempton Park Victims

Discovery Date Name of Victim Age Location of Discovery Condition When Found Investigation / Status
01 of 05 15 July 2026 Unidentified Female 37 Years Old R21 Northbound Veld
Voortrekker Rd Off-Ramp Buffer
  • Restrained with cable ties
  • Partially clothed
  • Pronounced deceased at the scene

SUSPECT ARRESTED (17 JULY 2026)
Suspect remains in police custody.

02 of 05 24 August 2026 Unidentified Female 32 Years Old R21 Highway Corridor
Kempton Park Central Veld Strip
  • Visible injuries
  • Partially clothed
  • Pronounced deceased at the scene
 UNDER ACTIVE INVESTIGATION
Forensic evidence submitted to the laboratory.
03 of 05 10 September 2026 Unidentified Female Unidentified Rhodesfield Open Veld
Rail Reserve near Pretoria Road
  • Body discovered in an advanced state of decomposition
  • Partially clothed
  • Further forensic examination required
 DNA PROFILING UNDERWAY
Pathologists working to confirm identity.
04 of 05 12 September 2026 Elizabeth ‘Tsonto’ Maselakgom 38 Years Old Behind Rhodesfield Hotel
Gladiator Street Perimeter
  • Wearing sports/jogging attire
  • Visible injuries
  • Discovered during the search for a missing jogger
 MISSING JOGGER SEARCH CONNECTION
Identified by her family.
Discovered during the search for Elizabeth ‘Tsonto’ Maselakgom.
05 of 05 14 September 2026 Unidentified Female Unidentified Olifantsfontein Veld
R21 North Freeway Interchange
  • Body recovered in an open veld area
  • Approximately 12 km north of the Rhodesfield cluster
  • Pronounced deceased at the scene
 CRIME SCENE STATUS
ACTIVE SCENE — TASK TEAM ON SITE
Specialised forensic units gathering evidence.

Source: SAPS Media Bulletins & IOL Crime Desk.

Safety Tips From the Police

Following the discovery of the bodies, police established a specialised multidisciplinary task team, led by Gauteng Deputy Provincial Commissioner Major General Mbuso Khumalo. The task team is investigating whether there may be a connection between the incidents.

As the investigation continues, police have issued an urgent safety advisory to residents and members of the public:

Avoid Solo Travel and Exercise: Residents are advised not to run or walk alone in open veld, secluded areas, or isolated stretches around Rhodesfield and the R21.

Report Suspicious Activity: Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Warrant Officer Elvis Manyike on 082 465 7249 or submit an anonymous tip through the #MySAPSApp.