A 57-year-old woman from Witfield in Boksburg has been reported missing after she disappeared from her home on the evening of 10 March 2026.
Hermina Christina Tellis has not been seen or heard from since that night, prompting concern from her family and local authorities.
Police at Boksburg North SAPS have opened a missing person case and are urging the public to help locate her.
Her sudden disappearance has alarmed relatives who say it is completely unlike her to vanish without contacting family or going to work. As the search for the missing Boksburg woman grows, loved ones are asking residents across Gauteng to remain alert and share information that could help bring her home safely.
Missing Woman in Witfield, Boksburg
The missing person case involves Hermina Christina Tellis, a 57-year-old resident of Witfield, a suburb in Boksburg on Gauteng’s East Rand.
According to information shared by her family, Hermina was last seen at her home in Calla Avenue in Witfield on the evening of 10 March 2026 at around 19:30.
After that moment, she disappeared.
Family members say she left the property on foot and has not returned. Since that evening, there have been no confirmed sightings of the missing Witfield woman.
Her sudden disappearance has raised serious concern among relatives and friends who say her behaviour that night was unusual.
Hermina is described as approximately 1.6 metres tall and weighing around 61 kilograms. She has blonde hair and blue eyes.
At the time she went missing, she was wearing a dark shirt and dark pants. No additional description of her clothing has been provided.
Because she left without her phone, investigators and relatives have found it difficult to trace her movements or establish contact.
Hermina Christina Tellis Last Seen at Calla Avenue Home
Details surrounding the last known sighting of Hermina Christina Tellis form the starting point of the police investigation.
She was last seen at her residence in Calla Avenue, Witfield, Boksburg at about 19:30 on 10 March 2026.
Her family says she left the home on foot.
There is currently no indication that she entered a vehicle or travelled with anyone else.
Relatives also confirmed that Hermina’s mobile phone was left behind and is currently with her husband. As a result, attempts by friends or members of the public to call or message her will not reach her.
This detail has complicated efforts to track her whereabouts and has increased concern among her loved ones.
Because Hermina did not go to work the following day and did not contact anyone, her family quickly realised something was wrong.
Those close to her say missing work without explanation is something she would never normally do.
Boksburg North SAPS Missing Person Case Opened
Police have officially opened a missing person case at Boksburg North SAPS following the report of Hermina Tellis’s disappearance.
The case is recorded under O.B. number 872/3/2026.
The investigation is being handled by Warrant Officer Tlemo, who is responsible for gathering information and following up on potential leads in the missing person investigation.
In cases involving missing adults, police often begin by reconstructing the last known movements of the individual. This process can include interviews with family members, neighbours, and colleagues, as well as reviewing any available surveillance footage in the surrounding area.
Authorities also rely heavily on information from the public when someone disappears.
Even small details, such as a possible sighting or a remembered interaction, can help investigators establish a timeline and identify potential locations where the missing person may have travelled.
Police have therefore urged anyone who may have seen Hermina Christina Tellis or who may have information about her disappearance in Witfield Boksburg to come forward.
Family Appeals for Help to Find Missing Mother
As the search continues, Hermina’s family has taken to social media and community networks to spread awareness about the missing Boksburg woman.
Her daughter shared a heartfelt message asking the public to assist in locating her mother.
“Please be on the lookout for my mother, Ina Tellis,” she wrote in an appeal. “She has not been seen or heard from since 10 March 2026 and she also did not go to work, which is extremely out of character for her.”
The family’s appeal explains that Hermina may be vulnerable because she requires medication for a health condition.
This has increased the urgency of the search and deepened concern among relatives.
“We are asking anyone who may have seen her or who has information to please contact us urgently,” the message continues. “Help find her, bring her home safely and unite her with her family.”
Relatives say Hermina is a responsible and dependable person who normally keeps in close contact with family members.
Her sudden disappearance without any explanation has therefore been deeply distressing.
Search for Missing Gauteng Woman Continues
As news of Hermina Tellis’s disappearance spreads, residents in Witfield, Boksburg and other parts of Gauteng have begun sharing her details widely online.
Community members often play an important role in helping locate missing persons, especially when public awareness spreads quickly through neighbourhood groups and social media networks.
In many cases, tips from the public have helped police trace missing individuals or identify areas where they were last seen.
Family members say they are grateful for every share and every person who keeps watch for the missing Witfield resident.
Each additional share increases the chance that someone who may have seen her will recognise her description.
Police are asking anyone with information about the disappearance of Hermina Christina Tellis to contact Boksburg North SAPS.
Contact details:
Boksburg North SAPS
Investigating Officer: W/O Tlemo
Contact number:
082 575 6130
When contacting police, members of the public are encouraged to reference the case or O.B. number so that the information can be directed to the correct investigation.
For Hermina’s family, the hope remains that someone, somewhere, may have seen something that could help bring her home.
Until then, the search for the missing Boksburg woman continues.
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
- Duncan Gerhard Koekemoer – Missing person case update
- Gabriel Toyana – Ongoing investigation
- David Waterboer– Missing since Friday, 7 February 2025, Northern Cape
- 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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