A young woman and her 4-year-old son remain missing after their abandoned vehicle was discovered just outside of Hendrina. Have you seen them?
Police continue to hunt for a young woman and her four-year-old son, whose abandoned vehicle was discovered just outside of Hendrina.
According to police spokesperson Brigadier Selvy Mohlala, Lushka Taljaard (27) and her four-year-old son Daniel Petrus Taljaard were last seen on Thursday.
Mohlala said that their disappearance was reported by Lushka’s spouse.
“At around 17h00, Mr. Taljaard returned home and could not find his wife and son. He called both phones, his wife, but they were switched off. A search ensued for the missing persons, and they could not find them. The matter was then reported to the police.” Brigadier Selvy Mohlala
During a search, Lushka’s abandoned silver-gray Volkswagen Polo R-line was discovered on the Arnot/ Hendrina Road, opposite the entrance to Kwazamokuhle Township.
Anyone with information that might lead to the whereabouts of the Taljaards is requested to contact investigating officer Detective Warrant Officer Aron Magagula at 082 303 9830. Alternately, members of the public may contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or through MYSAPSAPP. All information collected will be kept secret, and callers may choose to remain anonymous.
Thursday evening, community members joined forces to search for the young mother and son.
The search was extended by Friday.
According to social media accounts, the car was discovered locked with its lights on. It is suspected that a broken necklace was discovered in the car.
The police refuted rumours of abduction and said they are examining incidents of missing people.
Specialised Security Services’ private investigator Mike Bolhuis disclosed the following information on Luschka and Daniel:
Name: LUSCHKA TALJAARD.
Age: 27.
Hair: Long dark brown hair
Eyes: Blue/Grey.
Height: 1,8m.
Weight: 100kg.
Clothes worn the last time Luschka was seen: Black T-Shirt, Jeans, and Black Sneakers.
Name: DANIEL TALJAARD.
Age: 4.
Hair: Short Blonde Hair.
Clothes worn the last time he was seen: Blue T-shirt with white design, black pants, and white sneakers.
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