Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye, a 29-year-old man from Ditshoswaneng village near Kuruman in the Northern Cape, has been missing since 24 January 2023 after he reportedly went to meet a lawyer linked to his Road Accident Fund (RAF) claim. He was last seen after being picked up in the evening and has not been found since.
His disappearance has left his family searching for answers for more than a year, raising concerns about delays, unanswered questions, and what they describe as limited progress from authorities in Kuruman.
What Happened to Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye in Kuruman, Northern Cape
Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye, originally from Ditshoswaneng village in Kuruman, Northern Cape, was reportedly last seen on 24 January 2023. According to his sister, he received a call from a lawyer linked to his RAF case, asking him to come to the office to sign documents.
Later that same day, the lawyer allegedly offered to pick him up from home. Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye left in the evening around 17:00. By 20:00, his family began to worry as he had not returned and was not answering calls properly.
His last known location was Kuruman, where he was allegedly meeting the lawyer regarding ongoing RAF payments connected to an earlier road accident.
The case has now become a long-running missing person investigation in the Northern Cape, with the family repeatedly asking what happened to Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye after that meeting.
Kuruman Ditshoswaneng Village Missing Person Case and SAPS Investigation
Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye was officially reported missing at the police station in the area under the jurisdiction of Mothibistad Police Station shortly after his disappearance in January 2023. He was last seen in Kuruman, Northern Cape, and his disappearance was recorded under a missing person case number provided by the family.
He is described as a tall male with a coffee-coloured complexion and dreadlocks at the time he went missing. He was last seen wearing black jeans and a red T-shirt.
Missing Person Details: Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye
- Age: 29
- Gender: Male
- Last Seen: 24 January 2023
- Location: Kuruman, Ditshoswaneng village, Northern Cape
- Clothing: Black jeans and a red T-shirt
- Description: Tall, slim build, coffee complexion, dreadlocks
- Case reported at: Mothibistad Police Station
- If you have any information, contact Missing Persons South Africa on 068 176 9574
According to the family, several basic investigative steps, such as checking hospitals, mortuaries, and correctional facilities, were not clearly communicated to them. They also claim they were left without regular updates on the investigation.
The family says this is not the first time they have struggled to get clarity from authorities in Kuruman regarding missing person investigations. They continue to call for a more thorough search into what happened to Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye after he left home that evening.
This case has now drawn attention in Ditshoswaneng village, where residents are asking for stronger action in missing person cases across the Northern Cape.
Family Account of RAF Lawyer Meetings and Events Leading to Disappearance
The disappearance of Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye is closely linked to an ongoing Road Accident Fund matter dating back to 2016. According to his sister, he was involved in a serious accident in April 2016 and spent time in the hospital recovering.
After the accident, the family says they began working with a lawyer identified by them as Katlego Moribe, who assisted with the RAF claim process. The family claims they regularly visited the lawyer’s office in Kuruman during the early stages of the case.
Over time, the family says payments linked to the RAF claim were discussed, including amounts reportedly paid into the victim’s bank account. However, they also say confusion began when further payments were promised but delayed.
The Road Accident Fund, commonly known as the Road Accident Fund, is responsible for compensation claims arising from road accidents in South Africa.
According to the family narrative, in 2021, they were informed during a call involving the lawyer that a large RAF settlement had been processed in stages. The family says partial payments were made, but disputes later arose regarding the remaining balance.
By January 2023, tensions reportedly increased as questions were raised about outstanding RAF payments and the progress of the claim. It was shortly after this period that Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye received the call instructing him to come to Kuruman to sign documents.
The family says the lawyer personally arranged transport to collect him. That was the last confirmed contact they had with Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye.
It is important to note that these claims are based on the family’s account and remain part of an ongoing missing person investigation.
Latest Update on Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye Case and What Happens Next
As of the latest update, Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye remains missing, and his whereabouts are still unknown. The family says they are continuing to follow up with authorities while also trying to gather any information that may help locate him.
They have also expressed concern that the lawyer they were dealing with has since passed away, which they believe may complicate parts of the investigation. Despite this, they are urging anyone with information about the events of 24 January 2023 in Kuruman to come forward.
The investigation remains active under the local police structure in the Northern Cape, with the case recorded at Mothibistad Police Station. However, the family maintains that progress has been slow and that they still do not have clear answers.
This case is one of several missing person reports in the Kuruman and surrounding areas that continue to raise concerns about response times and communication between families and investigators. Readers can also find similar ongoing cases on our website as part of continued coverage of missing persons in South Africa.
For now, the disappearance of Dithapelo Innocent Letlhwanye remains unresolved, with his family continuing to search for clarity and closure.
Anyone with information is urged to contact their nearest police station.
Other Active Missing Persons in South Africa
Across South Africa, many families are still searching for loved ones who have not returned home. Each case carries its own story and community appeal. If you recognise any of the names below or have information that may assist, please come forward and help bring answers to these families.
- Lindokuhle Siyoyo – Last seen in KwaZulu-Natal
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- Kelebogile More – Community appeal for information. Missing since 14 February 2026
You can view the full list of active cases on our Missing Persons in South Africa – Latest Updates page.
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