Profiler is a weekly discussion between journalist Paul Llewellyn & former Head of Forensic Investigation at the South African Police Service, Gerard Labuschagn...
We’re diving into the chilling case of a teenage serial killer from Vredendal in the Western Cape. At just 14 years old, he committed his first violent crime—and his reign of terror only escalated. But could he have been stopped earlier?
Join us as we unravel the harrowing details of his crimes, examine the failures that allowed him to keep killing, and ask the haunting question: Where is he now?
This is a case that Gerard Labuschagne worked on personally, so you’ll get unparalleled insights and the ultimate insider perspective. Don’t miss this gripping episode of Profiler Africa.
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A Typical South African Serial Killer The Quarry Revisited
How Gerard and his team tracked down the Quarry Killer. We revisit a case we've discussed before on the audio pod, this time we get to really deep dive into the case and how it unfolded with crime scene photographs, forensics and more. Head over to Youtube to watch!
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The Tokoloshe Killer: Elifasi Msomi
This week on Profiler Africa, we uncover the chilling case of Elifasi Msomi, infamously known as "The Axe Killer" & "The Tokoloshe Killer". Between 1953 and 1955, Msomi, from southern KwaZulu-Natal, claimed he was driven by a tokoloshe—an evil spirit—to commit 15 brutal murders. His actions left an indelible mark on South African history, shocking the nation and raising complex questions about culture, belief, and justice.
Join us as we unravel the psychological and cultural dimensions of Msomi's crimes, the historical context of the investigation, and the supernatural claims that complicated the pursuit of justice.
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Thank you for your support.
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SA's Youngest Serial Killer
Paul & Gerard discuss the case of SA’s youngest ever female serial killer. Join the chat Live on Profiler Africa on Youtube Tuesdays at 8pm CAT.
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The Serial Killer Catcher: Micki Pistorius
This Week on Profiler Africa: A True Crime Exclusive
For the first time ever, South Africa’s premier criminal profilers—Gerard Labuschagne and Micki Pistorius—sit down for an unmissable conversation. Micki, the trailblazing founder of the forensic psychology section at the South African Police Service (SAPS), and Gerard, her successor, take you behind the scenes of profiling the country’s most chilling cases.
From serial killers to high-profile investigations, this episode delivers unparalleled insights and stories only they can share. Don’t miss this rare meeting of two brilliant minds who shaped the very foundations of forensic psychology in South Africa.
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Become a member on YouTube for extra content, and more.
Join our Patreon community at patreon.com/profilerafrica and support the show.
Drop a Super Like to help us create more episodes like this—and we’ll give you a shoutout in the next show!
➡️ Engage with Us:
Visit youtube.com/profilerafrica and hit the like button and subscribe to support local true crime storytelling.
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Send us your questions for future Q&A episodes with Gerard—we’ll answer them live on air!
🔗 Don’t forget to check out Derek Riedle's True Crime Room for even more gripping true crime content.
Thank you for your support.
Profiler is a weekly discussion between journalist Paul Llewellyn & former Head of Forensic Investigation at the South African Police Service, Gerard Labuschagne, who worked on over 300 serial murder and rape cases in his career. Hear the stories behind the killers who stalk the streets of South Africa.
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