BREAKING: Body Suspected to Be Themba Mahlalela Found in Shallow Grave in Soshanguve Block P - Police Investigate Alleged Murder After Weekend Disappearance

BREAKING: Body Suspected to Be Themba Mahlalela Found in Shallow Grave in Soshanguve Block P - Police Investigate Alleged Murder After Weekend Disappearance

Soshanguve Block P, Tshwane – 29 January 2026

The community of Soshanguve Block P was left horrified this morning after the discovery of a body in a shallow grave at a residence, believed to be that of Themba Mahlalela, who went missing over the weekend following an alleged encounter with a friend.

Residents described the scene as "horrific" to Mamelodi News, with the victim reportedly found with a gunshot wound. The body was allegedly buried on the property of the friend involved in the disappearance. Community members alerted authorities after the grim find, leading to police intervention.

Gauteng SAPS is investigating the case as a suspected murder. No official confirmation of the victim's identity or arrests has been released yet, but sources indicate the alleged perpetrator (the friend) pointed out the shallow grave during questioning or community pressure.

This incident has shaken the Block P community, with residents expressing fear and outrage over rising violence in the area. Similar shocking discoveries have occurred in Tshwane in the past, underscoring ongoing safety concerns.