Foetus discovery draws rehab centre into spotlight again
Also read: Luke Edwards' murder accused get bail
Private investigator Brad Nathanson said a passing motorist, familiar with the official, witnessed him allegedly dumping items into a drain less than 10km from the centre. After the official drove away, the motorist investigated, recording a video on his cellphone before retrieving surveillance cameras, cables, and a blue plastic bag containing a foetus.
Police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, confirmed the grim finding and said an inquest docket has been opened.
'On arrival at the scene, police found the lifeless body of a newborn baby. Investigations are underway to locate the parents, and no arrests have been made,' said Netshiunda.
TRC's owner Donovan de Klerk referred all questions to his lawyer, Wesley Rogers, who denied his involvement.
'My client is not linked to this in any way whatsoever. We have confirmed that the foetus issue is an inquest docket and De Klerk is not a suspect. Reports otherwise are false and defamatory,' said Rogers.
The centre is also under scrutiny following the April death of patient Luke Edwards, whose body was discovered on the grounds of a nearby old-age home. Four fellow patients were arrested earlier this month and released on bail pending further investigation.
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