Police in Thohoyandou launch a search for a missing 33-year-old male, Mashudu Mugwedi
Date Published:
2026/04/15
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Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Limpopo

POLOKWANE - The Police in Thohoyandou seek the public to assist in locating Mashudu Mugwedi, aged 33 who was reported missing on Monday, 6 April 2026, at around 21:00.

Mashudu who resides at Ha-Muraga Thanani village outside Thohoyandou was last seen by his family member intending to go to sleep, and the following morning, he was nowhere to be found in his room. The clothes he was wearing are unknown.

Police and family members have conducted multiple searches around the village with no success.

Anyone with information that can assist the police to locate him may contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Mpho Gethe on  082 469 2651, alternatively call Crime Stop on 08600 10111, the nearest Police Station or use MySAPS App.

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Enquiries:
Sergeant Monatse Mamabolo
082 771 0612

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