The decomposing body of a woman last seen a month ago was discovered in her home earlier today (Friday).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received a call for assistance at 13:37 after a relative forcefully gained entry into the house and made the discovery. On arrival, RUSA Officers were led to a bedroom which was also used as a prayer room. The body of the severely decomposed female who was a traditional healer was located on the floor. She was grasping a bucket.
According to neighbours, they had last seen the woman nearly a month ago. She was approx 60 years old. They then contacted her family this afternoon after a foul odour filled the air surrounding her home. Her relatives arrived and broke a window before entering the residence. The deceased lived alone.
The cause of death has not been confirmed. Residents in the area informed Officers that the elderly woman was unwell the last time they had seen her.