RESIDENTS of Ga-Manoke Village in Limpopo live in fear after the discovery of a body in the Tubatse River.
It's alleged the body was dumped in the river with both hands tied in rope behind the man's back, floating downstream until it became trapped by trees.
A resident told Daily Sun that they remain in shock and are afraid to approach the river following the horrible discovery.
"We're living in fear now, and this shows us that something bad happened to the deceased before he was dumped in the river," he said.
Limpopo police spokesman Colonel Malesela Ledwaba confirmed that community members notified the cops about the discovery.
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"The provincial search and rescue unit initiated a search operation, successfully retrieving the body, which was in an advanced state of decomposition and had its hands tied up. The deceased, who might be in his thirties, wore red scorch trousers. Police investigations are continuing," said Ledwaba.
The shocking incident has left the community uneasy, prompting concerns about what led to the victim's death.
The police appealed to anyone with information to contact CrimeStop on 08600 10111.
