Search and Rescue teams retrieve body of deceased male from a water pit in Ronalndlsvlei, Kimberley

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Northern Cape
 

NORTHERN CAPE – The Kimberley SAPS are investigating an inquest into the death of a 36-year-old man who allegedly drowned in a water pit in Ronaldsvlei, Kimberley.

On Friday, 07 February 2025 at about 11:00 the SAPS Search and Rescue teams from the Northern Cape and Free State retrieved the body of the male from the approximately 11 metre deep water pit.

The deceased is believed to be a resident in that area.  The family reported the matter to the police after they found his shoes floating in the water of the pit after searching for him two days ago.

Anyone with information can contact the Kimberley SAPS detectives on 082 495 4646 or the SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or report it on the MySAPS App.

All information will be treated confidentially. The investigation continues.

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Lt Col Sergio Kock
082 494 9982

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