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The family of 38-year-old Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo has positively identified her body at the Germiston Mortuary, ending days of agonising uncertainty. The dedicated Kempton Park runner and mother of an eight-year-old daughter disappeared after leaving her Rhodesfield home for an afternoon run on 9 September 2026. She never returned. Her young daughter raised the alarm when her mother failed to come home, prompting a desperate search by family and community. Moselakgomo’s body was among those recovered in the area. She was found partially clothed in sports attire and showing signs of injury. Formal identification confirmed the worst fears of those who had been searching for her. Police and family have expressed deep condolences. Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane stated that investigators will leave no stone unturned to establish the circumstances of her death and bring those responsible to justice. This confirmation comes on the same day a fifth woman’s body was discovered in the Kempton Park vicinity. The latest remains were found near the old Comair aviation training centre on the R21, close to Olifantsfontein. The discovery adds to a deeply concerning pattern: five women’s bodies recovered in the broader Kempton Park and surrounding areas over roughly two months. Previous finds included bodies along the R21 corridor and in Rhodesfield, many partially clothed and bearing injuries. Police have deployed a multidisciplinary team of detectives, forensic specialists, and other experts to examine possible links, analyse evidence, and determine whether the cases are connected. One suspect remains in custody in connection with the first body found in July. These tragedies have left the community in fear and grief. Women should be able to run, walk, or move freely in public spaces without risking their lives. The loss of Elizabeth Moselakgomo, a fitness enthusiast and mother, underscores the urgent need for stronger protection, thorough investigations, and accountability. JustAdvocacy stands with her family, her daughter, and all those affected. We call on authorities to intensify efforts, share verified updates, and prioritise the safety of women in Gauteng. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact the South African Police Service or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Speculation and unverified claims only deepen the pain for families. Let us focus on facts, support the grieving, and demand justice so that no more lives are lost in this way. We remember Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo. May her memory drive lasting change for the safety of every woman and girl. #JusticeForTsontso #KemptonParkWomen #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #JustAdvocacy