Fear grips Eesterust residents as a serial killer lurks

PRETORIA - The Eersterust community is living in fear after five women's bodies were found in the area.

The police have charged Helder Isidro with murder, who is suspected of luring victims via social media, before killing them.

Four of the bodies were discovered burnt, three were found between June and July 2025 and the fourth was found this past Monday, with the fifth being discovered on Tuesday.

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Police spokesperson, Brenda Muridili says they are still investigating if the man is responsible for the death of all five women. But the similarities in the way the women were killed show that it could be the same suspect.

Residents are worried about whether police have the right man, fearing a serial killer on the loose.

eNCA's Nokwazi Qumbisa spoke to some residents in the area.

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