Pieces of clothing presumed to be Joshlin Smith's, under investigation
Western Cape police have confirmed reports that its investigators are in possession of pieces of clothing found in Saldanha Bay.
PHOTO SUPPLIED: Die BurgerIt is unclear whether the evidence forms part of the case
of the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, but a report by newspaper, Die Burger, suggests that the
blood-stained clothing was found in a spot where one of the suspects arrested
in connection with the missing girl was spotted.
The report by ‘Die Burger’ also mentions that a few other
clothing items were found, including a sheet and a knife. According to the
publication, the items were found in a blocked drain in Diazville.
‘’Kindly be advised that SAPS bears record of the clothing
pieces recently recovered in an identified area. We can confirm that it is now
in the possession of The South African Police Service. We confirm that the
investigation into the disappearance of the mentioned person as well as the
investigation into the circumstances surrounding the clothing continues,’’ said
Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi.
The search for Joshlin continues. She was reported missing on
19 February 2024. Four suspects,
including Joshlin’s mother, are implicated in the case. They face charges of
kidnapping and human trafficking. The case resumes on 13 May, in the Vredenburg
Magistrates Court.
SUPPLIED: Pictured - Joshlin SmithDone By: Mitchum George
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