LYDENBURG- A 39 year-old woman identified as Rose Mnisi appeared in court today after she was caught with placentas.
Mnisi, an employee at a local hospital was arrested on Wednesday, September 17 during routine patrols conducted around Mashishing.
Police say the K9 Unit received a tip-off regarding a woman allegedly seeking potential buyers for human body tissues. It was further reported that the woman was hitchhiking en route to Mbombela.
Police provincial spokesperson, Brigadier Donald Mdluli said the matter was followed up.
“Based on the suspect’s description, they were able to locate a woman carrying a plastic bag along Voortrekker Street. Upon being approached by police, the woman was caught with human tissues. She confirmed that she is a cleaner in the maternity ward,” said Brigadier Mdluli.
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The suspect was charged and the contents of the bag were confiscated for forensic analysis. She is facing a charge of illegal possession of human tissues, and the Police cannot rule out the possibility of additional charges as the investigation continues.
Mnisi remains in custody after her appearance in the Mashishing District Court today The case was postponed to 25 September, 2025 for further investigation and for bail application.
