Police Investigate Murder of Mbali Mahlangu

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Mpumalanga police have launched an investigation following the murder of 31-year-old Mbali Mahlangu, whose body was found locked in a room in Siyabuswa on February 2, 2025.

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According to police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane, Mahlangu was last seen on February 1 when she went to sleep in her backroom.

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"The family became suspicious when they returned from church in the afternoon and noticed her room was still locked. Using a spare key, they opened the door and were shocked to find a pool of blood, with the victim lying half-naked, only wearing a T-shirt, facing upwards," Ndubane said.

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A preliminary investigation revealed that Mahlangu had multiple visible injuries, suggesting she was stabbed with a sharp object.

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As of now, no arrests have been made, but police are working tirelessly to track down the suspect(s).

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Authorities are appealing for anyone with information to contact Detective Constable Briggette Mashego at 068 327 8168.

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