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Jabulisile Josephina Tshabalala, 37 years old.
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Incident: Found stabbed to death on 13 August 2026 in her residential backroom in Orlando East, Soweto.
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Disappearance: She had been missing for several days; last seen alive on 7 August 2026.
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Discovery: Her body was hidden under layers of blankets and clothing.
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Primary Suspect: Her 27-year-old live-in boyfriend, Simiso Silomo Phakathi.
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Arrest: Arrested in Joubertina (near Klerksdorp) following a police “media blitz” and a community tip-off.
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Commendation: Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane praised the public and media for helping prevent the suspect from evading capture.
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Current Status: Phakathi is in custody and faces formal murder charges in court.
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