Story Summary:
- Liqhame Tshaka, a 19-year-old student at the Central University of Technology, was kidnapped outside the Bloemfontein Magistrate Court.
- Tshaka was last seen being carried into a white Renault Sandero, which left the area around 01:40.
- Her last online activity was four days ago, and she has since gone dark on social media.
The Free State police have launched an investigation into the kidnapping of Liqhame Tshaka, a 19-year-old student at the Central University of Technology.
Liqhame Tshaka kidnapping case: Here’s what we know
According to a statement issued by the police, Tshaka was last seen being carried into a white Renault Sandero with unknown registration number plates.
The incident occurred near the Bloemfontein Magistrate Court on President Brand Street at approximately 01:40, on Sunday, 4 August 2024.
Tshaka’s mother reported her missing after multiple unsuccessful attempts to contact her on her cellphone.
Police suspect that Tshaka is the female who was seen being taken into the vehicle.
Adding to the concern, Tshaka’s last online activity was four days ago, and she has since gone dark on social media, which is unusual for the digital creator.
Police have requested the public’s assistance in tracking the white Renault Sandero and identifying its occupants.
Affiliates of the Eyes and Ears (E2) Project have also been asked to help with the search.
Captain David Ramasoala, Colonel Mokhethi Khapola, and Colonel Andiswa Myeki are leading the investigation and have provided contact numbers for anyone with information:
- Captain David Ramasoala at 082 468 1624;
- Colonel Mokhethi Khapola at 082 526 2736; or
- Colonel Andiswa Myeki at 082 453 0760.
Additionally, information can be submitted via the MySAPS App or by calling the SAPS Crime Stop number at 08600 10111.
