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Missing Moot man found in stormwater drain in Montana

The 22-year-old Julian Otto, who was last seen in East Lynne, has been found in a stormwater drain and taken to the hospital.

The 22-year-old Julian Otto, who was last seen in East Lynne on Monday, has been found in a stormwater drain and taken to the hospital in a very dehydrated state.

According to Johan Botha, the founder of the Sinoville Firefighting Association (SBBV), a community member walking with their dog was alerted to the narrow stormwater drain.

“The community member informed us of this, and we quickly responded to the scene.”

Botha said pieces of stormwater drain cover had to be lifted with machinery to get Julian out.

“He would not have been able to get into the narrow stormwater drain, so I suspect he entered from another entrance.

“I am relieved that he has been found. Paramedics stabilised him on the scene before he was transported to the hospital.”

Julian’s mother, Estelle, confirmed that Julian was found on Wednesday afternoon.

Julian was last seen on Monday afternoon. According to his emails, he ordered an Uber on Monday at 15:00 from Bosloerie Street, and 20 minutes later, he canceled it. After that, his phone was turned off.

Estella earlier said Julian is on chronic epilepsy medication.

How to report a missing person:

REMEMBER: THERE IS NO WAITING PERIOD TO REPORT A MISSING PERSON

  • Produce a recent photograph of the missing person, if possible.
  • Give a complete description of the missing person’s last whereabouts, clothes that they were wearing, and any information that can assist the investigating officer.
  • Complete and sign a SAPS 55(A) form. This form safeguards the SAPS from hoax reports and indemnifies the SAPS to distribute the photograph and information of the missing person.
  • Obtain the investigating officer’s contact details, and send any additional information that might become available.
  • If a missing person is found or returns voluntarily, inform the investigating officer immediately. A SAPS 92 form must be completed to inform the Bureau of Missing Persons that the missing person’s report can be removed from the circulation system.

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Corné van Zyl

Corné van Zyl is a seasoned journalist and currently a senior reporter at Rekord, with a wealth of experience across various media platforms. She began her career after studying journalism at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and first honed her skills at Media24. Corné’s career took her to Beeld, Sondag newspaper, and the South African Press Association (SAPA), where she built a strong foundation in news reporting. In her free time, Corné enjoys spending time with her family outdoors, embracing life and creating lasting memories with her loved ones.
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