Police probe after skeleton found in Shallcross

Police probe after skeleton found in Shallcross

Chatsworth police have opened a case after a skeleton was discovered in Shallcross yesterday.

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Steve Bhengu

The remains, thought to be those of a man, were found buried in a shallow grave in dense bush.


Police spokesperson, Nqobile Gwala says they're working to determine the identity of the person and the cause of death.


"An inquest docket is being investigated by the Chatsworth police station after human remains were found in a shallow grave at Shallcross yesterday."


Gwala says the circumstances surrounding the incident are still being investigated. 

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