[FOLLOW UP] Conflicting reports on cause of death of man found in hole
It was speculated that the deceased was an illegal miner, but police have not yet determined his cause of death.
Krugersdorp Police said they aren’t sure about the identity of the man who was found dead in a hole yesterday, 20 June. Until an official investigation has been concluded, it would be hard to say what the cause of his death was.
The hole he was found in is in an open field at the side of the R28 between Randfontein and Krugersdorp.
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“The body could have been in the well for some time. No mining equipment was found on the inside but illegal mining could not be excluded. The cause of death will be determined by Pathology Services,” said Sergeant Tshepiso Mashele, spokesperson of the Krugersdorp Police.
Read the initial article here: [BREAKING NEWS] Local police pull body from a hole
Another theory is that because there are many bee hives in the area, the man could have fallen into the hole while he was trying to get to the hives.
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Police are investigating the case.
Members of the West Rand and Vaalrand K9 Search and Rescue team and the local fire brigade worked together to retrieve the body.
Krugersdorp Police appeal to the community to assist in identifying the deceased. Information can be forwarded to the Krugersdorp client service centre on 00 951 1151/2.
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