WELKOM – The South African Police Service (SAPS) has initiated an inquest docket following the discovery of an unidentified man’s body beneath a bridge near Bronville.
On Wednesday, 12 August, at approximately 11:00, police officers were dispatched to the bridge located on Jan Hofmeyer Road. Upon their arrival, passers-by, who had initially discovered the body, directed officers to the deceased.
Preliminary findings indicate that the deceased is a Black male estimated to be in his mid-50s. At the time of discovery, he was wearing a black coat and wrapped in blankets. The individual’s identity remains unknown at this stage.
Authorities are urgently appealing to members of the public for any information that may assist in identifying the deceased or locating his next of kin.
Anyone with relevant information is requested to contact Warrant Officer Tseliso Nthaba of the Welkom Detectives directly on 083 525 3771. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be shared via the Crime Stop hotline on 08600 10111 or submitted through the official MySAPS mobile application.
