Mentally challenged teen among 3 missing in Umlazi

Mentally challenged teen among 3 missing in Umlazi

Detectives have now turned to the public for help to find three men whose families have reported them missing in Umlazi, south of Durban.

Mentally challenged teen among 3 missing in Umlazi
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The first case involves Simphiwe Khawula, whom his sister last saw in early June.

 

The 32-year-old was wearing a brown tracksuit with yellow stripes and brown takkies.

 

In the second incident, Minenhle Madonsela disappeared after leaving a relative's house at the end of May.


READ: Jozini boy (2) missing for over two weeks

 

Police say the 19-year-old, who is mentally challenged, was wearing a navy tracksuit with white stripes, a red t-shirt and red flip-flops.

 

Spokesperson Thenjiswa Ngcobo says a third family has also been searching for a loved one.

 

"Simo Jabulani Buthelezi (43) was last seen on 25 May 2023 at Prince Mshiyeni Hospital. He has multiple tattoos on his body. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, navy t-shirt and black Adidas shorts.

 

"We appeal to anyone with information of their whereabouts to contact Sergeant Cele on 031 325 6256 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111."

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