South African president vows justice as more women's bodies found near Johannesburg
Police have not linked the deaths to a serial killer but are investigating this possibility.
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""No stone will be left unturned" in finding those responsible for the killings."
— Cyril Ramaphosa , Politician
""[It] could be that it's a copycat crime that is happening right here but so far, no linkages as yet.""
— Athlenda Mathe , Other
""Unfortunately it came to light that a body of a female in her late 20s was observed in a river next to a mall.""
— Fred Kekana , Other
Key People
A police spokesperson discussing the investigations into the killings.
Cyril Ramaphosa is the President of South Africa.
Elizabeth Moselakgomo was a jogger who went missing and was later found dead, sparking nationwide concern.
The acting police chief for Gauteng province who provided updates on the investigation.
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