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Two unknown men found deceased, police seek public assistance

The Durban Central SAPS seeks the public's assistance in two separate cases involving the death of two men.

DURBAN Central SAPS are appealing to the public for assistance that might help to solve an inquest case, as well as one of reckless or negligent driving that they are investigating.

It is alleged that on August 13 at about 07:00, police attended to a call at the M4 Southbound under the bridge.
“On arrival, police noticed the body of a coloured male aged around 25 years with no visible injuries. The deceased is unknown,” said Durban Central SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Zanele Khomo.

Also read: Durban Central SAPS seek help in cases of six missing persons

On the second case, Khomo shared, “On August 28 at about 18:00, our members attended to a complaint of an accident by N3 westbound near Berea Centre. On arrival, they noticed an unknown male lying on the floor. Upon interviewing bystanders on the scene, it was alleged that the pedestrian was knocked down by a Toyota Quantum. The deceased is about 35 years old, and also unknown.”

Anyone with information which can assist the police to solve the cases is urged to contact Detective Constable Mbhele on 031 325 4155 / 082 840 0528 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

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Wendy Sithole

Wendy Sithole is currently a community media journalist, attached to Berea Mail (Durban). She first joined Caxton Newspapers in 2004. After a newsroom hiatus she rejoined Caxton in 2024. She is responsible for reporting through writing and photography, for both print copy and digital platforms. She studied Journalism and Social Sciences. Apart from reporting, Wendy possesses vast knowledge in the spheres Communication, of Public Relations and Events publicity.

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