The decomposing remains of a suspected rape victim was located in a sugarcane plantation in Blackburn – KZN.
A passerby contacted Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) after he discovered the maggot infested remains while investigating a pungent aroma.
Reaction Officers and RUSA Paramedics were immediately dispatched and on arrival found a large crowd gathered at the scene.
Officers were led to the remains by the caller. Most of the body was reduced to skeletal remains. The deceased’s track pants and underwear was lowered to the ankles.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) are investigating further.