South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Eastern Cape
LIBODE – SAPS detectives are investigating a case of inquest after an unknown body was recovered in the river.
It is alleged that on Thursday, 23 September 2021, at 09:00, the deceased’s decomposed body was seen floating in the Tyara River by a passing shepherd.
The deceased is approximately 35-years-old, dark in complexion, having natural short hair and medium height.
At this stage, circumstances surrounding the incident is unknown. An inquest docket is opened.
Anyone who can assist in identifying the deceased person or who can assist with the tracing of the next of kin or may know anything relating to the incident is asked to contact SAPS Libode Detective Sergeant Bhodoza on 082 92111374 / 078 8193 771 or Crime Stop 08600 1011 or their nearest police station.
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Sgt Kaya Matola-Mvanyashe
073 788 1131
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