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Media Statement ORANJEVILLE – Two bodies were unwrapped after they were found in the river and investigators noticed tattoos that may assist in identifying the two victims. On 11 October 2024 at about 14:15 Oranjeville police received information from a passer-by on the discovery of a body in the river at a bridge. The South African Police Service Diving Unit was summoned to the scene and discovered one more body a few meters away from the first one. Cases of murder were opened for further investigation at the Oranjeville police station. The bodies are in a bad state of decomposition and both victims are without any form of identity. They are estimated to be between 40 and 55 years old. A preliminary investigation discovered that the victims were handcuffed on their hands and their feet fastened with cable ties. Investigators observed the following: First victim: The victim has no teeth but has many tattoos, with only a few visible ones, such as: 1. “Billie 08/06/2016” on his back 2. A cross with fire on the right leg culf 3. “Kauthew” words or name written on the left hand. Second victim: Victim has teeth and the following tattoos were found on him: 1. Words “International Croock” tattooed on his back, 2. Flames drawn on his left leg. Anyone who might have information on the identity of the victims or might also have information on possible suspects in the murder is urged to contact Detective Colonel Ben Bolsiek on 0824668530, contact Police Crime Stop 0860010111, or drop an anonymous tip off on MySAPS App.
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