Picture: Missing John Van Wyk/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
4 September 2025- The Kimberley SAPS Serious and Violent Crimes unit are requesting assistance in locating John Van Wyk (81), who went missing on 1 September 2025. Van Wyk was last seen by his niece at their home in Colville, Kimberley at approximately 9pm.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Sergio Kock said Van Wyk has epilepsy and is 1.7 metres tall, dark in complexion, medium build and speaks Afrikaans. Kock said he was dressed in grey top, a dark blue tracksuit pants and was bare feet.
“The public is reminded that there is no waiting period to report a person missing and should report it immediately.
“Anyone with information can call Detective Sergeant Moagi Mokatsane on 082 302 0407 or the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or utilize the MySaps app. The investigation continues,” said Kock.
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