Fears of possible serial killer rise in South Africa after body of 10th woman found
South African police said Saturday that another woman's body had been found near Johannesburg, bringing the number of victims to 10 in a series of killings under investigation.
TL;DR
- The body of a 10th woman has been found near Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Police are investigating a series of killings that have claimed 10 victims.
- Fears of a serial killer have intensified after six bodies were discovered in Ekurhuleni over 10 days.
- Two women have been arrested and charged with murder in relation to the ninth body found.
- Investigators are trying to determine if the killings are linked, with similarities noted in some cases.
- The victims were reportedly women in their 20s or 30s, often found naked or partially clothed in open areas.
- The South African Police Service confirmed the discovery of the 10th body and stated crime scene management is underway.
- South Africa faces high rates of violent crime and violence against women.
- The killings have led to a national outcry regarding women's safety.