Gqeberha police are seeking the next of kin after a male body washed ashore at the Beachview Resort yesterday, February 10.
According to police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, it is alleged that at approximately 12:20, SAPS Kabega Park attended to a complaint at the Beachview Resort on Beachview Road, in Beachview.
She said that upon arrival, members noticed the deceased lying on his back on the beach.
“The victim is unknown at this stage, and there are already signs of decomposition,” she added.
She further stated that the deceased is not the same person who presumably drowned over the weekend.
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“No further details are available.
“An inquest has been opened for further investigation,” she stated.
Any person that could assist the police with information that could help with this investigation is encouraged to contact SAPS Kabega Park at 082 442 1282/082 302 6159, or alternatively, Crime Stop at 08600 10111, or the nearest police station.
“Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the MySAPS App. All information is confidential, and callers may remain anonymous.”
