12-Year-Old Girl Vanishes After Church Visit: Police Urge Public for Help in Mahwelereng

Mahwelereng, Limpopo – A desperate search is underway for a 12-year-old girl, Lily Ditshego Sepoloane, who mysteriously disappeared after attending a church service on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The incident has left the tight-knit community of Mahwelereng Polar Park in shock, as police and family members frantically search for answers.

Timeline of Lily’s Disappearance

Lily’s mother reported that the young girl attended a church service at Ga Madiba village on Sunday morning. She returned home briefly to change clothes before heading to her aunt’s residence in Mokopane Extension 14. Tragically, she never made it back home, and her whereabouts remain unknown.

Family members and authorities conducted searches at relatives’ homes and across surrounding areas but have been unable to find any trace of Lily. Adding to the anguish, details about what Lily was wearing at the time of her disappearance are currently unavailable.

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A Community in Distress

Lily’s sudden disappearance has sent shockwaves through the Mahwelereng community, sparking widespread concern and prayers for her safe return. Social media users have rallied around the hashtag #FindLilySepoloane, sharing posts to spread awareness and urging others to come forward with any information.

Police Appeal for Information

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Mahwelereng is asking the public for help in its search for Lily. Warrant Officer Patrick Mogoane, the investigating officer, has urged anyone with leads to contact him immediately at 072 245 2659.

“We are doing everything in our power to locate Lily and bring her back home safely,” said Mogoane. “Every second counts, and even the smallest piece of information could make a big difference.”

What You Can Do

Community members and concerned citizens are encouraged to:

• Share Lily’s story on social media with the hashtag #FindLilySepoloane.
• Keep an eye out for any suspicious activity or leads that may assist the investigation.
• Contact authorities immediately if they have any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem.

A Plea for Lily’s Safe Return

The Sepoloane family is heartbroken and pleading for Lily’s safe return. “Please, if anyone has seen my daughter or knows anything, help us bring her home,” her mother tearfully said.

This case highlights the urgency of protecting vulnerable children and the critical role communities play in assisting law enforcement during such crises.

Let’s work together to bring Lily back home. Share this story, spread the word, and help reunite her with her family.

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