Overberg High School has addressed recent rumours and misinformation circulating about the ongoing investigation into the murder of Deveney Nel.
- The school refutes rumours of arrests in connection with Deveney Nel’s murder, stating the investigation is ongoing.
- Police are still working to compile a timeline of the events leading to her death.
- A private memorial service for Deveney Nel will be held at the school, limited to pupils, parents, and staff.
Overberg High responds to claims around Deveney Nel murder
Overberg High School issued a statement on Wednesday to clarify fake news surrounding the investigation into the murder of the 16-year-old, whose body was discovered in a storeroom on the school grounds after she was reported missing.
The school firmly denied reports of any arrests, emphasising that the case remains open and that police investigations are ongoing.
“There are many rumours in the printed media and on social media of suspects and arrests. This is untrue,” the school stated.
The police are focusing on gathering all necessary evidence and compiling a detailed timeline of the events on the day of Deveney’s disappearance.
No one has been arrested yet, and the Western Cape police have faced scrutiny over their handling of the evidence.
Concerns have been raised about the possibility that early errors in the investigation could complicate the case.
Deveney’s funeral: Here’s what we know
A private memorial service for Deveney Nel is scheduled to take place at Overberg High School on Friday, with attendance limited to pupils, parents, and staff.
The tragic event has left the school community deeply shaken, and the service is expected to be a sombre occasion for those who knew and cared for Deveney.
In the meantime, the police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.
While details remain scarce, reports suggest that Deveney’s body was moved from a nearby toilet to the storeroom where it was found, indicating that the crime scene may have been tampered with.
Additionally, Deveney’s cellphone and a ribbon were discovered on a bakkie belonging to a man who works near the school, further complicating the investigation.
As the case progresses, the police have transferred the investigation to the provincial Serious and Violent Crimes Unit, indicating the seriousness of the case and the efforts being made to bring justice for Deveney.