Murdered Online

When Rozlynn van der Vyver answered an online job offer, she believed it was a chance to build a better future. Instead, it led her into a nightmare that shocked South Africa. Murdered Online tells the harrowing true story of a young woman whose trust in a simple opportunity turned into a fatal trap.

Set against the growing reality of digital job scams, the documentary traces Rozlynn’s final days from her excitement about a new start to the chilling moment she disappeared. Friends and family recall her warmth, optimism, and hope for a stable life. At the same time, investigators uncover the deceit hidden behind the online advert that lured her in.

Hours after going missing, Rozlynn was found miles away, severely injured and barely conscious. In her final moments, she managed to share a few haunting words revealing that she had been kidnapped, beaten, and assaulted by four men. Those men have never been brought to justice, and their identities remain a mystery.

Through interviews with loved ones, journalists, and law enforcement, Murdered Online exposes how easily trust can be exploited in the digital world. It sheds light on the dangers many face when seeking work through unverified online platforms, especially amid growing unemployment and desperation.

Rozlynn’s story is told with care and honesty, painting a picture of a young woman whose life was stolen too soon and a case that continues to haunt investigators and her community. Murdered Online stands as both a tribute and a warning, showing how the promise of opportunity can turn deadly in a world where anyone can hide behind a screen.