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DNA confirms identity of man whose skeletal remains were found at Otjomuise

Human skeletal remains discovered along the Matshitshi gravel road at Otjomuise have been identified as those of Anton Topnaar (31), who was reported missing in Windhoek in October last year. National police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi on Thursday confirmed that DNA analysis had established the identity of the deceased. “This is to inform you […] The post DNA confirms identity of man whose skeletal remains were found at Otjomuise appeared first on The Namibian .

The Namibian31 Jul 2026, 01:35 pm
DNA confirms identity of man whose skeletal remains were found at Otjomuise

Human skeletal remains discovered along the Matshitshi gravel road at Otjomuise have been identified as those of Anton Topnaar (31), who was reported missing in Windhoek in October last year.

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National police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi on Thursday confirmed that DNA analysis had established the identity of the deceased.

“This is to inform you that the human remains have been positively identified as those of Anton Topnaar (31), who was reported missing in Windhoek on 20 October 2025,” Shikwambi said.

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Originally published by The Namibian on 31 Jul 2026, 01:35 pm. View original article
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