Bishop Lavis – Residents of Bishop Lavis are reeling after the vicious murder of a 44-year-old homeless man, whose body was discovered on a field along Sky Road on Monday morning. The brutal nature of the crime has ignited outrage in the community, with many demanding answers and justice for the victim.
Police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk confirmed that a murder case has been registered at Bishop Lavis police station following the discovery of the body at approximately 6.55am. “He sustained multiple stab wounds to his head and face. Circumstances surrounding this incident are under investigation. He was declared deceased on the scene by medical personnel,” said Captain van Wyk. “The motive for the attack forms part of the police investigation and arrests are yet to be made.”
A community member, who chose to remain anonymous, described the horrific scene. "While we were standing at the scene, someone came and told us that they were sitting in the park yesterday evening and the security went around the park towards the Modderdam Road and threatened him," the resident stated. "The security told him that he could not sleep there. I'm not saying they did it, but the paramedic said that he was viciously murdered – kicked and beaten with bricks…"
The resident further lamented the tragic loss, saying, "He just lived on the street and scraped for his little piece of bread but didn't bother anyone… But to die like that? I would not even wish that on my worst enemy.”
According to a source speaking to the Daily Voice, the man was "lelik vermoor" (horribly murdered). Another community member at the scene described the victim's face as "skeef" (crooked) and "dik gegooi" (swollen) with a brick.
Bishop Lavis Community Policing Forum (CPF) Chairperson Amanda Davids has urged the community to come forward with any information that could assist the police investigation.
Davids stated: “The Bishop Lavis area have experienced another brutal murder today. The victim lived in the park where he was found. As the BLCPF we want to give our sincere condolences to the family." She added, "We also want to urge the Community of Bishop Lavis to come forward with any information. We cannot allow such brutality to go unpunished.”
The CPF chairperson's plea underscores the community's determination to ensure that the perpetrator(s) are brought to justice.
Police are appealing to anyone with information about this incident to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area to come forward and assist with their inquiries. The brutal murder has left a deep scar on the Bishop Lavis community, highlighting the vulnerability of homeless individuals and the urgent need for increased safety and security measures.
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