Suspect Arrested After Missing Free State Woman Found Dead in Pit Toilet

Free State, South Africa – The body of Puleng Motlodi, a young woman who went missing in 2023, has been discovered in a pit toilet, bringing a heartbreaking end to a case that has haunted her community for months.

Police confirmed on Monday that they had arrested a man who was last seen with Puleng before her disappearance. During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to being involved in her abduction and murder, claiming he was instructed by others to carry out the crime.

According to authorities, the man said he spent an entire day with Puleng before killing her the next morning in front of witnesses. He then allegedly disposed of her body in a pit toilet. Following the confession, police visited the specified location and, tragically, recovered Puleng’s remains.

Investigations are ongoing, with law enforcement now working to identify and apprehend the individuals who allegedly ordered the kidnapping and murder.

This devastating discovery has shocked the local community, who had held out hope for Puleng’s safe return. Community leaders and residents are calling for justice and for the full truth behind the crime to be revealed.

Police have urged anyone with additional information related to the case to come forward as they continue their investigation.