SAPS divers search for missing teen in Vaal Dam
Gauteng police have confirmed SAPS divers were at the scene of a presumed drowning in the Vaal Dam on Monday.
News24 reported that a teenager fell into the waters while on a fishing trip with family at the weekend.
Rescue efforts are underway to locate a grade 12 pupil from Greenside High School, who reportedly came into trouble when he attempted to retrieve his belongings that had been blown into the Vaal dam by a gust of wind.
It’s reported the 18-year-old was last seen battling to swim back against a strong current.
Gauteng police spokesperson Noxolo Kweza confirmed divers were on the scene for a second day after a missing person’s case was registered.
No update was available at the time of publishing.
Police divers are still searching the Vaal Dam near the Vaal Marina for 18-year-old Reza Saloojee.
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) August 12, 2024
He was on a fishing trip with relatives. Reza went into the water to try and retrieve some belongings when he disappeared.
Reza is the head boy at Greenside High in Johannesburg.… pic.twitter.com/gvyqTMQiKo
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