В национальном парке Крюгер найдены останки мужчины, погибшего при попытке незаконного вылова рыбы

Human remains found in Kruger National Park’s Mestel Dam Updated | By Mmangaliso Khumalo A search operation in the Kruger National Park has ended in tragedy after human remains were discovered in Mestel Dam following the disappearance of a man during an alleged illegal fishing operation. The incident happened in the early hours of last Friday, in the Pretoriuskop section of the park, where field rangers intercepted four people allegedly involved in illegal net-fishing. SANParks spokesperson JP Louw said three of the individuals complied with the rangers’ instructions and were taken into custody, while the fourth person entered the dam in an attempt to evade arrest. Louw said an immediate rescue operation was launched after officials recognised the danger posed by the water. He said search teams continued looking for the missing man for several days, both inside and outside the park. Louw said the deceased was recovered shortly afterwards with the assistance of emergency services and the South African Police Service. "Tragically, the search ended on 31 August 2026 when monitoring rangers spotted human remains in the water." The spokesperson said the discovery has been met with sadness by those involved in the search operation. "The loss of a life under these circumstances is a profound tragedy that weighs heavily on everyone involved." Louw has expressed condolences to the deceased’s family and community. "Our hearts go out to the family and community navigating this painful loss." He also thanked the teams involved in the extensive search operation. "We also share our immense gratitude with the rescue teams who poured their energy into the gruelling search." The three other individuals intercepted during the operation were handed over to SAPS and face charges related to alleged illegal fishing activities in the protected area. Louw said the police were now leading the investigation into the incident, including the process of formally identifying the deceased. The circumstances surrounding the man's death have not yet been established. MORE ON JACARANDA FM Show's Stories - New R50 000 Secret Sound: Can you guess the sound?Can you guess the latest Secret Sound on Breakfast with Martin Bester? Breakfast with Martin Bester 5 hours ago - SA chef risks his life to save woman trapped in burning buildingA Durban chef has been hailed as a hero after repeatedly running into a bu… Breakfast with Martin Bester 6 hours ago