KEMPTON PARK - The Kempton Park community and local runners are gathered outside the Kempton Park Police Station on Monday, demanding greater safety for women.
The protest follows the discovery of four bodies in the area over the past two months.
The latest body is that of a woman who was found wearing exercise clothes. This comes as police continue searching for Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo, who disappeared last week after going for an afternoon run.
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The Rhodesfield community has been alarmed by the latest discovery, as it is not the first body to be found in the area.
According to police, the body of a 37-year-old woman was first discovered in the area on 15 July. The woman was found naked, with her body restrained by cable ties.
Police say her alleged murderer, who was her boyfriend, was arrested in connection with the crime.
The second body, that of a 32-year-old woman, was discovered on 24 August. According to police, the woman was found partially clothed.
On 10 September, the third body was discovered. Her body was found naked and in a state of decomposition.
Moselakgomo’s family will identify the body that was discovered on Saturday at the Germiston mortuary.
Meanwhile, police have urged women to be extra vigilant while jogging.
However, social media was abuzz with questions about why women should have to bear the responsibility for staying safe in public spaces.