Fifth Body Found Near Kempton Park, Several Kilometres From Where 4 Women Were Killed in 2 Months

• A fifth body has been discovered near Kempton Park, several kilometres from where four women were previously found
• The bodies of the four other women were found between July and September 2026, raising concerns about a serial killer
• Police could not confirm whether one person or more is involved, but confirmed that there are similarities in the cases

Byron Pillay, a Briefly News journalist, has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He worked as a newspaper journalist for 10 years before transitioning to online.

GAUTENG — A fifth body has been discovered near Kempton Park, located several kilometres from the cluster of sites where four women were previously found dead.

The half-naked body of the woman was discovered in Olifantsfontein on Monday, 14 September 2026. The crime scene remains active, with members of the South African Police Service currently conducting investigations.

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Police confirmed that the murder bore similarities to the other cases but could not confirm or deny whether it is linked to the other murders.

Four women previously found near R21 highway

The latest discovery adds to a deeply troubling pattern that began in July 2026.

Four women's bodies were recovered in the Rhodesfield area near the R21 highway between July and 12 September 2026. The victims were found in similar conditions, described as mostly half-naked with visible bruising, prompting authorities to issue public warnings urging women to avoid jogging or walking alone in isolated areas.

One suspect was taken into custody in connection with the first July case. Multidisciplinary SAPS teams, including forensic and psychology units, have been deployed to investigate the killings. The similarities between the deaths have fuelled speculation about a serial killer operating in the area, though police have not officially confirmed that link.

Details surrounding the identity of the fifth victim and the precise circumstances of the discovery had not been confirmed at the time of publication. The story continues to develop.

Source: Briefly News