By OBAKENG MAJE
15 April 2025- A tourist (66) from Cape Town has been reported missing in the Augrabies Falls National Park. This comes after the individual booked into the park on 10 April 2025.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said it is believed that he went hiking on 11 April 2025. Ehlers said when he failed to return at 4:30pm, the park rangers became concerned and promptly reported the matter to the police in Augrabies.
“His personal belongings and vehicle were still at the park. A comprehensive search operation was immediately launched into his disappearance. The police from Augrabies, SAPS Airwing, Upington Search and Rescue Unit, Upington K9 Unit and a drone pilot are actively involved in the ongoing search efforts.
“Anyone who may have information that could assist in locating the missing person is urged to contact Captain Robert Turner at 082 770 4208 or Sergeant Tshepo Marungwana at 084 298 5101 or the SAPS Crime Stop Number 08600 10111,” she said.
Ehlers said all information will be handled confidentially.
The Guardian 