The incident happened on Monday around 10am in the Kgaphamadi village under Hlogolou policing area outside Groblersdal, according to Brigadier Motlalefa Mojapelo, Limpopo police spokesperson.
“Refiloe Malope, aged 31, was allegedly seen by neighbours being forcefully shoved into a boot of a white Toyota Sedan by two unknown men who thereafter sped off in the direction of Motsephiri,” Mojapelo.
“The information at our disposal is that the victim was allegedly approached by one of the suspects under the pretext that he was looking for assistance as his vehicle broke down in the village. When they arrived at the car, the second suspect suddenly emerged and the two forcibly put the lady into the boot of the car.”
Neighbours were alerted to what was going on as the woman began screaming. Police were called to the scene where the abduction happened and a hunt for the two suspects was launched immediately.
“The provincial commissioner has urged community members to assist the police in tracking down the suspects and also help them find the woman,” said Mojapelo.
“The motive behind this incident is unknown at this stage and we make an appeal to anyone with information to contact Detective Sergeant Amos Thekupi on 082 775 5462or toll-free 08600-10111or may use the MySAPS App. Callers my opt to remain anonymous and any information received will be regarded as confidential.”
Source: The Citizen, IOL, image from IOL