New details emerge about deceased man found in Ermelo

An ambulance was reportedly called before the man's body was discovered by a security officer.

June 19, 2026

Wayne van der Walt 1 minute read

Forensic Pathology Services vehicles parked near the scene where an unidentified man was found in Ermelo. — Forensic Pathology Services vehicles were stationed near Oak Centre as authorities investigated the discovery of an unidentified man's body. Photo: Wayne van der Walt

Additional information provided to Highvelder by ACSU Security Services indicates that the unidentified man found deceased near Oak Centre in Ermelo this morning had appeared unwell before his death.

According to ACSU, the man was observed stumbling and falling repeatedly while walking in the area, prompting an ambulance to be called.

However, he allegedly declined medical assistance and reportedly refused transport.

Forensic investigators examine the body of an unidentified man found on a sidewalk behind vegetation near a palisade fence at Oak Centre in Ermelo. — Onlookers watch as forensic pathology personnel process the scene where the body of an unidentified man was discovered on a sidewalk next to Oak Centre in Ermelo this morning. Photo: Wayne van der Walt

ACSU stated that one of its security officers later found the man deceased between approximately 07:00 and 08:00 this morning.

The man’s identity has not yet been confirmed, and police continue efforts to trace his family.

The cause of death had not been confirmed at the time of publication.

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June 19, 2026

Wayne van der Walt 1 minute read

Wayne van der Walt

Wayne van der Walt, with around 15 years in the media industry, is editor of Highvelder Newspaper. His accolades include Frewin Awards for Newspaper of the Year and Front Page of the Year, and FCJ Photographer of the Year, among other honours.