Reports say police found fourth Kempton Park victim in sports gear

New details have emerged in the investigation into four women found dead in Kempton Park.

According to a report on Sunday, 13 September, the fourth woman was allegedly wearing sports gear when authorities found her.

As The South African previously reported, police have intensified their investigation after four women’s bodies were discovered in the Kempton Park area over about two months.

SAPS establishes specialised task team

Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said detectives had identified similarities in the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

SAPS said the women were found half naked and had visible bruising. Authorities also found the bodies within the same vicinity.

Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane instructed Gauteng police to establish a multidisciplinary task team.

The team includes detectives from the Murder and Robbery Unit and the Investigative Psychology Unit.

SAPS said the task team will investigate the cases and determine whether the incidents are connected.

Elizabeth Moselakgomo’s family awaits confirmation

Separately, the search for missing Kempton Park woman Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo, 38, has become part of the wider police investigation.

Moselakgomo disappeared on Wednesday after leaving her Rhodesfield home for an afternoon run. She was last seen in Mustang Street.

The family of a missing Gauteng woman is appealing to the public not to circulate unverified information. This is as the family waits for confirmation on whether the body found on Saturday is that of 38-year-old Elizabeth Moselakgomo or not.… pic.twitter.com/k9ELs07MMd

— SABC News (@SABCNews) September 13, 2026

SAPS has urged women in Kempton Park, especially Rhodesfield, to exercise caution.

Police advised women to avoid walking or running alone in isolated areas where possible.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation can contact Warrant Officer Elvis Manyike on 082 465 7249 or provide information anonymously through the MySAPS App.