Mossel Bay, South Africa – What began as a desperate search for missing 15-year-old Felicia Michaels ended in a horrifying revelation—she had been brutally murdered and buried in a shallow grave.
Even more chilling, the very man who had been helping her family search for her, even posting about her disappearance on Facebook, has now been arrested as her killer.
The 27-year-old suspect, Neavan Misland, widely known as ‘Rasta’ in the community, was a trusted family friend who had been at the forefront of efforts to find the missing teenager.

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For days, he stood by the family, sharing their pain, comforting them, and even organizing search parties. Little did they know, he was allegedly the one who had ended Felicia’s life.
Felicia was reported missing days ago, sending shockwaves through the Mossel Bay community. Social media was flooded with posts, prayers, and appeals for her safe return. Among those sharing updates was none other than Neavan Misland, who appeared to be deeply involved in the search.
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However, the case took a sinister turn when police investigations led them to a hidden grave, where Felicia’s lifeless body was discovered.
Shockingly, all evidence pointed to Misland, who had been posing as a grieving friend but was allegedly covering up his own gruesome crime.
Court Appearance & Public Outrage
Misland, now in custody, made his first appearance in court yesterday. The community, was reeling from the betrayal, gathered outside the courthouse demanding justice for Felicia.
Many are struggling to come to terms with how someone so close to the family, someone they trusted, could allegedly commit such a heinous act.
“He was always around us, comforting us, making us believe he was just as heartbroken as we were. Kanti he knew all along where she was,” said a devastated family member.
The motive behind the killing remains unclear, but investigators are piecing together the tragic details of what really happened.
A Community in Mourning
As Mossel Bay mourns the loss of young Felicia, anger and heartbreak dominate social media, with many expressing their disbelief at the betrayal. The hashtag #JusticeForFelicia is already trending as South Africans demand the harshest punishment for Misland.
This case serves as a chilling reminder that sometimes, the very people who pretend to help may be hiding the darkest secrets.
What Happens Next?
Authorities have confirmed that Neavan Misland remains in custody as investigations continue.
For now, Felicia’s family and the Mossel Bay community are left grappling with their grief, seeking justice for a life taken too soon.
Stay tuned for updates as this case unfolds.
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