An E-Hailing driver who went missing after failing to return home has been found murdered in Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal. Muzaffar “Muzi” Saib was discovered with stab wounds in a bushy area in Rydalvale after police arrested four suspects linked to his disappearance. His vehicle was later recovered in the possession of one of the suspects.
The arrests mark a major development in a case that has shaken the Phoenix community and raised renewed concerns about the safety of E-Hailing drivers working night shifts in KwaZulu-Natal.
Missing Phoenix E-Hailing Driver: What Happened to Muzaffar Saib
Saib, a resident of Whetstone in Phoenix, was reported missing after he failed to arrive home on Monday night. He was last seen at approximately 21:00 at his girlfriend’s residence in Eastbury, Phoenix.
According to information provided to police, Saib told his girlfriend that he was tired and planned to return home. When he did not arrive and could not be reached, concern grew rapidly. His cellphone was later found to be switched off, and all attempts to contact him were unsuccessful.
Family members and community volunteers launched appeals on social media, urging anyone with information about the missing Phoenix E-Hailing driver to come forward.
Phoenix SAPS Arrest Four Suspects in E-Hailing Driver Murder Case
Following an intensive investigation, members of the Phoenix SAPS arrested four suspects in connection with Saib’s disappearance and death. During questioning, the suspects allegedly led police to the location where his body was found.
Saib’s body was recovered in a bushy area between a roadway and Rydalvale Grounds in Rydalvale, Phoenix. The scene was secured as forensic teams conducted examinations to gather evidence linked to the murder investigation.
Police confirmed that the investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to establish the full sequence of events that led to Saib’s death.
Body Found in Rydalvale: Paramedics Confirm Stab Wounds
Paramedics from Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) responded to the scene after police recovered the body. Upon assessment, Saib was declared deceased.
Medical responders confirmed that he had sustained stab wounds, indicating a violent attack. The discovery has intensified calls from the public for harsher action against crimes targeting drivers and gig-economy workers in Phoenix and surrounding areas.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the exact circumstances of the attack, pending post-mortem results and ongoing investigations.
Missing e-Hailing Driver’s Vehicle Recovered From Suspect
Police confirmed that Saib’s silver Datsun Go, which he was driving on the night of his disappearance, was recovered in the possession of one of the suspects. The recovery of the vehicle is considered a critical breakthrough in the case and is expected to play a central role in court proceedings.
Investigators are examining whether the motive was robbery, targeted violence, or a related criminal act. The suspects are expected to appear in court once formal charges are finalized.
Community Shock and Renewed Safety Fears in Phoenix, KZN
The murder of Muzaffar Saib has sent shockwaves through the Phoenix community. Residents, fellow E-Hailing drivers, and local leaders have expressed anger and grief, describing the incident as a painful reminder of the risks faced by drivers working late hours.
“This could have been anyone,” said one local driver. “People leave their homes to earn an honest living and don’t come back.”
Community members are calling for increased police visibility, stronger crime prevention strategies, and improved safety measures for drivers operating at night.
What Happens Next in the Phoenix Murder Investigation
Phoenix SAPS confirmed that investigations are continuing and that additional arrests have not been ruled out. Police have urged members of the public with further information to come forward, stressing that cooperation can strengthen the case and help secure justice.
As the case moves through the legal system, Saib’s family continues to call for accountability and answers, while the broader community reflects on the growing dangers facing E-Hailing drivers in KwaZulu-Natal.
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