UPDATE: Melville farm attack victim fights for his life
Dewald Beetge's father, Karel asks the community to please keep praying for his son.
The 22-year-old man who was shot four times during a farm attack in Melville on Wednesday afternoon remains in a critical, but stable condition.
According to Karel Beetge, his son Dewald had just returned home from patrols when he was confronted by intruders and shots were fired.
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Dewald was airlifted by helicopter to a Durban hospital, where he is being treated in the ICU surgery ward. He is currently in an induced coma for seven to 10 days to reduce swelling and stop bleeding on the brain.
He sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including one to the head. Other wounds include a punctured lung, abdominal injuries, and a shot to the hip.
Doctors are expected to decide on possible reconstructive surgery to repair his sinus and remove blockages.
Communities unite in prayer
Residents from Pumula and Hibberdene held prayer vigils this week for Dewald’s recovery.
Karel thanked everyone for the overwhelming support and prayers received.
“The support from all the communities on the South Coast and nationally are most appreciated, God bless every single person,” he said.
Gladiator Security calls for urgent prayers
Dewald and his father both work for Gladiator Security.
Dedicated and hardworking, the two have spent years safeguarding the northern suburbs.
Following Wednesday’s tragic incident, the Gladiator team has called for an urgent prayer request for Dewald’s recovery.
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