On May 4 and May 5, divers from the South African Police Service Gauteng Water Policing and Diving Services were deployed to two separate incidents in Gauteng, which resulted in the recovery of two bodies.
On Saturday evening, officers of the Sedibeng WPDS were deployed to Sharpeville where a body was seen in the dam.
The body of an unknown female was recovered and handed to detectives.
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On May 5, officers from Johannesburg responded to a scene where a body was seen floating in the river at Bez Valley Park, Jeppe.
The body of an unknown male was swiftly recovered.
Inquest dockets for these cases are currently under investigation.
Individuals with information regarding these incidents are encouraged to contact the relevant SAPS station or Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
Parents of young children near open waters should educate them about the associated dangers when playing in or around these sites and ensure constant parental supervision.
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Witnesses to water-related incidents are urged to provide multiple landmarks to pinpoint locations for immediate search and rescue efforts.
This allows responders to give immediate and accurate assistance which can save a person’s life.
