THREE YEARS SINCE MEGAN GRIESEL WAS MURDERED. HER FAMILY IS STILL WAITING FOR ANSWERS.
Tomorrow, 21 October, marks three years since 20-year-old Megan Griesel was shot and killed in Lydenburg, Mpumalanga.
Megan was a young preschool teacher who happened to drive past the scene of an armed robbery. She never made it home.
Members of her family recently contacted me, deeply concerned about the lack of progress and clear communication regarding her murder investigation.
Several suspects were arrested, and three were granted bail in April 2024. The family says that, despite repeated enquiries, they have still not received a formal written update explaining the status of the investigation, outstanding suspects or when the matter will proceed in court.
This morning I wrote to senior SAPS management, requesting a formal status report.
I have specifically asked for clarity on the current investigating officer, outstanding investigative steps, the status of those arrested, whether additional suspects are still being pursued, and the next confirmed court date.
I am not going to speculate about the investigation or make accusations without evidence. But I do believe that a family who has lost a daughter in such circumstances deserves proper communication and clear answers.
An arrest is only the beginning of the criminal justice process. Investigations must be completed properly, outstanding suspects must be pursued where the evidence warrants it, and cases must be brought before court without avoidable delays.
Three years later, Megan’s family should not still be fighting to establish what is happening in her murder case.
I will continue following up with SAPS and seek clarity on the progress of this matter.
Megan deserves justice. Her family deserves answers.
IC