Police arrest 36-year-old linked to brutal murder of woman in KwaMashu

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Nhlanhla Mabaso

Nhlanhla Mabaso

31 October 2025 | 8:39

The victim was beheaded before her body was set alight in K Section in the area.

Police arrest 36-year-old linked to brutal murder of woman in KwaMashu

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Police have arrested a 36-year-old in connection to the murder of a woman in KwaMashu, Durban.

The victim was beheaded before her body was set alight in K Section in the area.

It’s believed the suspect and the victim are relatives.

"Investigations led the police into interviewing the deceased's cousin, who was last seen leaving the burning house. A search at the outside building led to the discovery of a woman's head inside a bucket. The motive of the killing is yet to be established," said police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda.

The suspect is due to appear in court soon.

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