The body of missing Pierre Lotter and one of his three pet Dachshunds washed up on Haakgat Beach in Melkbosstrand on Sunday, prompting a gathering of close family members.
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The 24-year-old from Kathu, Northern Cape, went missing last Tuesday while fishing with his uncle on Kid’s Rock in Bloubergstrand with three Dachshund dogs.
The 47-year-old uncle’s body washed up near the Blue Peter Hotel that same evening. The deceased’s name has not been revealed.
Concerned family members contacted the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Table Bay after not hearing from the men since 6.30pm.
At the time of their disappearance, NSRI Melkbosstrand station commander Hein Köhne suspected the two men attempted to swim across the channel.
The NSRI stated that it would not be commenting on the matter at this time.
Meanwhile, police spokesperson Joseph Swartbooi stated that the circumstances surrounding the body discovered were being investigated.
‘The victim was declared deceased on the scene by the medical personnel. Melkbosstrand police registered an inquest for further investigation,’ he said.
‘An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death.’
Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
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Picture: NSRI
