Crime, Local

Shocking twist: Mother of missing 2-year-old arrested for perjury and human trafficking

November 26, 2024

The Boipatong SAPS is calling on the community to assist in locating two-year-old Kutlwano Malaba, who was reported kidnapped on Wednesday, 13 November.

In a shocking development, police investigations have implicated the child’s mother, 32-year-old Keneilwe Malaba, in the disappearance. She has been arrested and charged with perjury and human trafficking.

Keneilwe Malaba is set to appear before the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 29 November, while the Sedibeng FCS Unit intensifies its efforts to locate the missing child.

Community members with information that could assist the investigation are urged to contact Detective Sergeant Motloung on 062 539 8134, call 10111, or use the MySAPS App to submit an anonymous tip.

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