Police are tracking down the suspect(s) involved in the murder of Linomtha Skeyi (16), whose body was found in an open field behind the Department of Social Development premises in Joza Makhanda, in the Eastern Cape.
Linomtha Skeyi was reported missing on Christmas Eve, 24 December 2025. Tragically, during a search-and-rescue operation on Christmas Day (25 December), her body was discovered at about 09:20 by a volunteer searcher.
Preliminary observations indicated that she had sustained several wounds to her upper body.
Police are urging anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect(s) to contact the investigating officer, Detective Captain N. Toto, on 082 377 8204. Information may also be shared anonymously via Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
Bongi Sikelo 