Teacher found dead at Okongo

By: Staff Reporter

A 34-year-old male teacher on Tuesday was found deceased in a bush area near Elia Weyulu Combined School in Okongo, Ohangwena Region.

The Regional Crime Investigation Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Melanie Mbuuru said the learners discovered the body by 07:35, who the alerted neighbours.

Mbuuru said the neighbors then notified the police.

She stated that no foul play is suspected and that no suicide was found.

The body has been transported to Okongo State Hospital and is being held at the Okongo Police Mortuary pending an autopsy.

Written by: Josia Shigwedha

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