Lauren Isaacs3 October 2024 | 7:06

Delft police investigating after boy's charred remains found on field

The charred remains were found on an open field in Leiden on Wednesday.

Delft police investigating after boy's charred remains found on field

FILE: Police tape at a crime scene. Picture: Thomas Holder/Eyewitness News

CAPE TOWN - Delft police are investigating a murder, following the discovery of a 12-year-old boy's body.

The charred remains were found on an open field in Leiden on Wednesday.

The police's Frederick Van Wyk: "According to reports, members received a complaint from Radio Control about the discovery of the body. On their arrival, they found the body mutilated and burned. Circumstances surrounding this incident are under investigation. No arrest has been made."