/ 31 December 2008

Decapitated body found in Pietermaritzburg

The decapitated and mutilated body of a 19-year-old woman was found in the Kwanoshezi area of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal police said on Wednesday.

Inspector Joey Jeevan said the naked and decomposing body of Sindiswa Ngidi was discovered in the bush on Tuesday night. Her right arm and head were found nearby.

She had sustained multiple stab wounds and suspected dog bites to her body.

”Police do not rule out the possibility of rape, however a post-mortem will be held to determine the exact cause of death,” said Jeevan.

Ngidi was reported missing on December 29. She was last seen on December 21.

Anyone with information that could assist police are urged to contact the police on 033 398 9774. — Sapa