Search for missing Greenside learner enters day 3

The search for the Greenside High School learner presumed to have drowned at the Vaal Dam has entered its third day.

Reports state that police divers have been scouring the dam since Sunday afternoon after 18-year-old Reza Saloojee disappeared during a fishing trip with his family.

City of Johannesburg Emergency Services spokesperson Xolile Khumalo said they are unaware of any updates.

According to a report by the Laudium Sun, a family friend shared that the learner and his family members were packing up to head home after a day at the dam when Reza went back to the water to retrieve some items. Strong winds reportedly pushed the items further into the water, prompting Reza, who was a good swimmer, to go after them. Tragically, he was suddenly pulled under by the current. Despite his efforts to swim back, the powerful wind and current overwhelmed him, and he disappeared beneath the water. The family friend who witnessed the incident then called the police for help.

Read the original article here: Greenside High learner presumed drowned in Vaal Dam

Reza’s father, devastated by the incident, shared his anguish. “I got a call from my nephew about my eldest son, Reza, who I last saw on Sunday morning before he left for the dam. Reza was taking a break from his studies for the day. We are still hopeful and praying that Reza is found soon and alive.”

Since the news broke, community members have taken to social media to share their thoughts and prayers, expressing their hope for Reza’s safe return.

This is so scary and extremely sad…. the thought that I was there with friends and my children and a week later this happens 😰😰😰😰😰😰😰 I hope they find him. Can’t being to imagine what his family is going through

— Thee_Black (@Lovelle_Black72) August 13, 2024

Tragic. Hoping for the best

— Meme Commander in Chief🇿🇦 (@MemeCIC) August 12, 2024

The search is continuing for Reza Saloojee, the headboy of Greenside High School. He was swept away by a strong current at the Vaal Dam yesterday afternoon.

Police divers, drones and helicopters are taking part in the search- not far from the Vaal Marina.#CrimeWatch pic.twitter.com/kyKDxIypI6

— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) August 12, 2024

This is traumatic 😥 imagine sleeping not knowing whether he’s okay or not. Strength to his family

— Penelope Makala (@Penelope_Makala) August 12, 2024

Hope he is alive sincerely.
Wonder if a fish finder works in these situations 🤔

— Busi the dissident. (@Busi58475464) August 13, 2024

Rosebank Killarney Gazette contacted Greenside High School for comment and was directed to the Department of Education. We have reached out to the Department of Education for additional information and are awaiting their response. This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as they become available.

Related articles: Reports on Enock’s drowning reveal wrongdoing

Drowning – what to do in a emergency

Follow us on our Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok pages. Join our WhatsApp group for any story ideas you may have.