Human corpse found at Ushaka Beach, police launch investigation
Police rushed to the scene after they received reports of the grizzly discovery.
A HUMAN corpse was found between the rocks at Ushaka Beach on Monday, January 10 at approximately 16:00.
SAPS spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Nqobile Gwala said police were called to the scene to assist.
“Police officers from the Durban Search and Rescue, together with other role players, responded to a report of a body that was seen at Ushaka Beach,” said Gwala.
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According to Gwala, an inquest docket is being investigated by Point SAPS.
“The body was recovered by the team between the rocks. The matter is still under investigation,” she said.
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