The body of the 11-year-old boy who was swept away by the Klip River in Steadville was found by K9 Search & Rescue this morning (March 1). The body was found in the Manzinabilayo area of Ezakheni by the rescue team.
Since Saturday, Ladysmith K9 Search & Rescue and other emergency personnel have been searching the Klip River between Steadville and Ezakheni after the boy was reported to have been swept away by strong currents.
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On Monday, rough water and treacherous conditions prompted police to put the search on hold until the next day.
Our condolences to the family of the deceased.
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