A 59-year-old priest was allegedly stabbed multiple times and killed at a temple in Eastbury, Phoenix on Monday evening.
Gareth Naidoo, spokesperson for KZN VIP Protection Services said members of the temple made the discovery of the priest.
“The last communication with the priest was earlier today. His lifeless body was found in a storage container within the temple yard.
“According to KZN VIP medics who attended the scene, the priest suffered multiple, brutal stab wounds. The circumstances leading up to the incident cannot be confirmed at this stage,” he said.
Naidoo added that the temple is currently undergoing renovations.
Anyone with information, are urged to contact Phoenix SAPS on 031 508 2307.