A Marloth Park resident was reported missing following a car accident yesterday at about 05:30. He was found dead earlier today.

According to reports, Nicolaas Jacobus Hauman (62) was last seen by an eyewitness to the accident. It is believed that he sustained a head injury during the crash. It is thought he might have left the crash scene on foot to find help.

Just before 12:00 today, searchers were asked to stand down and stop looking for Hauman after his body was found. It is believed he had died as a result of the injuries he had sustained in the accident.

Hauman’s daughter, Nicole, confirmed her father’s passing in a Facebook post.

“It is with extreme sadness and great sorrow to let friends know that my dad was found and has passed away. We are all in deep shock! Please pray for us all. He was taken too soon! Our hearts are broken!”