Dorkin (24) who resides in Morningside in Durban, was taken by abductors while visiting friends at Woodford Grove off Umgeni Road, at around 19:00 on Sunday night. He has since been found and is reunited with his family.

Chad was found unharmed on Monday night.

In a statement, his father, Elton Dorkin, says Chad’s vehicle was hijacked, and he was abducted and held in multiple locations over a 24-hour period.

“Following the involvement of the local police and private security groups, at approximately 21:00 on Monday night, Chad was released, unharmed, in the vicinity of Queen Nandi Drive, Durban,” says Dorkin.

Dorkin has confirmed that a ransom was demanded for his son’s release. However, due to ongoing police investigations, he cannot disclose any further details.

“The abductors did not provide any motive for the kidnapping,” says Dorkin.

Dorkin says that his son is at home resting and recovering from the trauma.

“He is incredibly grateful for all the prayers and support. We are all deeply appreciative of the Durban community which came together to support us through this painful experience.

“The efforts undertaken by the police, private security groups, community watch forums, prayer groups, the Anglo-American family, and, especially, by our dear friends, family, and neighbours, are what made it possible for us to come out on the other side of this,” said Dorkin.

KZN police Captain Muzi Maphumulo confirmed that the victim returned home safely.

“He was returned on Monday night. He had no injuries. Police are, however, still looking for the vehicle, and the investigation is still ongoing,” says Maphumulo.