10-year-old boy found dead in St Chad’s

No foul play is suspected at this stage.

February 1, 2026

Shamona Buthuram Less than a minute

Warrant Officer Jacques Meyer searching the river.

Ladysmith K9 Search and Rescue responded on Wednesday (January 28) following reports of a missing boy in the St Chad’s area. The 10-year-old had not returned home from school.

The child’s school bag was found on the riverbank, prompting Warrant Officer Jacques Meyer and the team to conduct a thorough search of the surrounding area.

Sadly, the search resulted in the discovery of the child’s lifeless body.

Police say that, at this stage, no foul play is suspected.

The deceased has not yet been formally identified.

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February 1, 2026

Shamona Buthuram Less than a minute

Shamona Buthuram

Shamona Buthuram, a journalist at the Ladysmith Gazette, is a multifaceted talent with a passion for fashion and make up. As a former Miss Bollywood winner and qualified makeup artist, she brings a unique perspective to her writing. When not working, Shamona loves dancing, watching Friends and Bollywood movies, and binge-watching Netflix. Her motto, "Love all, serve all.