An elderly man from Cape Town has reportedly disappeared in the Augrabies Falls National Park, in the Northern Cape.
The 66-year-old male tourist from the Mother City had apparently booked in to the park on Thursday 10 April 2025, and is believed to have embarked on a hike the following day but has not been seen since.
Police spokesperson Cherelle Ehlers said the alarm was raised when the man failed to return at 16:30.
“Park Rangers became concerned and promptly reported the matter to the Augrabies SAPS. His personal belongings and vehicle were still at the park. A comprehensive search operation was immediately launched into his disappearance,” said Ehlers.
Maximum resources have been deployed to help find the missing tourist.
“Augrabies SAPS, 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. All information will be handled confidentially,” Ehlers added.
