Burnt body found in taxi identified

TAXIFY has identified the driver whose charred body was found in the boot of a car in Pretoria on Thursday night.

“It deeply saddens Taxify to hear of the passing of Siyabonga Langelihle Ngcobo.

“Taxify’s high priority team is currently investigating this as a matter of urgency to aid police in their investigation‚” said Taxify South Africa manager Gareth Taylor.

“Taxify is dedicated to making trips safer for drivers and riders. One such way is through partnerships. For this reason‚ Taxify has partnered with Namola‚ a mobile app that helps users receive emergency assistance at the push of a button when they need it most.”

Taxify has encouraged its drivers and riders to download the app. Taxify has been in discussions with Namola to integrate their security features into the Taxify app,” Taylor said.

Ngcobo’s body was found in the boot of a burnt Chevrolet Aveo near Unisa’s Sunnyside campus on Thursday night.

Police spokesman Captain Daniel Mavimbela said: “For now‚ our investigations are at a sensitive stage and we are therefore not able to disclose any further information.”

Gauteng MEC for Community Safety Sizakele Nkosi-Malobane has condemned the incident and has urged anyone with information to contact the police.