THE community of Bellville South is mourning the horrific murder of a 79-year-old woman, who was beheaded, apparently by someone known to the family, at her home on Thursday night.
A 63-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the murder, which has sent shockwaves through the neighbourhood.
The suspect is expected to appear at the Bellville Magistrate's Court today, Monday, 23 March 2026.
When the Daily Voice arrived at the home on Friday, where the incident took place on David Street, we were greeted with a thick lock on the gates and locked doors as police tape was still evident in the street.
We were informed that Aunty Connie has one son who lives in Stikland.
Attempts to contact the son by phone have been unsuccessful.
According to one resident, she is still shocked about the ordeal.
She said: “She would have been 80 years old soon. I do not know what happened, but this is a big shock for all of us.”
Another resident said: “I knew [the victim] for years. I am still in disbelief. This is a sign that we are living in the end times. Die wêreld is boos hier buite.”
Police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk confirmed that a murder case is under investigation.
Van Wyk reported: “This office can confirm that a case docket of murder was registered following the discovery of the decapitated body of a 79-year-old woman on 19 March at about 9am at her residence in David Street, Bellville South.
“Circumstances surrounding this incident are under investigation. Motive forms part of police investigations.
“A 63-year-old woman was arrested and will appear at Bellville Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 23 March. The investigation continues.”
The Bellville South Community Police Forum (CPF) released a statement to confirm the incident.
It read: “The Bellville South CPF strongly condemns such incidents, particularly Gender-Based Violence against women, children, and the elderly.”
The CPF is urging anyone with information that can assist SAPS in their investigation to please contact Sergeant Faizel Hercules on 065 002 3369 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.