24 Nov 2023

The uncle to 19-year-old girl One Motlhabakgomo of Lekgwapheng ward in Molepolole who was reported missing on November 16 has pleaded with the public to help search for his niece.

In an interview with BOPA on November 23, he said since the search, which is now on its ninth day started, they had received overwhelming support from the community who were taking part in the search efforts, which he was thankful for.

One’s aunt, Ms Boago Motlhabokgomo stated that she last saw her niece on November 15 when she went to visit a neighbour. After she failed to return home, the police were alerted on November 16 and a case of a missing person was opened.

Botswana Police Service spokesperson, Senior Superintendent Near Bagali confirmed that Molepolole Police received a report of a missing person on November 16 and immediately started searching for her.

 He said at the moment there were no leads and the search was continuing.  He pleaded with the public to assist the police by sharing any information that could help locate the missing girl. Ends