The South African Police Service (SAPS) announced on October 12, 2026, that they have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of Elizabeth "Tsontso" Moselakgomo, a runner who was found dead along the R21 in September. The suspect is expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrates Court on Monday, but has not been charged with her murder. According to SAPS, the suspect was found in possession of an item belonging to Moselakgomo.
Moselakgomo's body was found after she was reported missing following an afternoon run in Kempton Park. Her family had positively identified her body at a mortuary in Germiston. The arrest comes amid investigations into the murders of 12 women whose bodies were found in the Ekurhuleni within a similar timeframe. Gauteng police have previously announced arrests in connection with separate cases as a multidisciplinary task team investigates the killings.
The suspect is expected to face a charge of possession of stolen property. Police have stressed that no murder charge has been brought against the suspect at this stage, with investigations still underway. The arrest does not yet confirm a breakthrough in Moselakgomo's murder, as police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.
The murder of Moselakgomo and the subsequent arrest have garnered significant attention, particularly given the number of women who have been murdered in the Ekurhuleni area. The SAPS has assured the public that they are working tirelessly to bring the perpetrators to justice. The police have also urged anyone with information about the murder to come forward.
Mongezi Koko, a reporter for Eyewitness News (EWN), first reported on the story on October 12, 2026, at 8:31. The SAPS has since released a statement confirming the arrest of the suspect. The police have not disclosed the identity of the suspect or the specific item that was found in their possession.
The case of Moselakgomo's murder has sparked widespread concern, with many calling for increased safety measures for runners in the area. The SAPS has assured the public that they are working to address the issue of safety, particularly for women, in the Ekurhuleni area. The police have also urged the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The suspect's appearance in court on Monday will be closely watched, as the public awaits further developments in the case. The SAPS has promised to provide updates on the investigation as more information becomes available. The arrest of the suspect marks a significant development in the case, but police are still working to determine the circumstances surrounding Moselakgomo's death.
Key points
- The suspect was found in possession of an item belonging to Elizabeth "Tsontso" Moselakgomo.
- The suspect is expected to face a charge of possession of stolen property.
- The SAPS is still investigating the circumstances surrounding Moselakgomo's death.
