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21 February 2020

Thabazimbi – A concerned community member posted a call for help on Tuesday 18 February at around 08:00 on a WhatsApp group regarding Eddie Fourie, who had gone missing.


Fourie was last seen on 17 February wearing only pyjama pants and no shoes.


After receiving no response for several hours another community member called in the help of security companies to assist with the search for the missing man. 


Monster Security Service (MSS) immediately offered their assistance. A message was also sent out requesting anyone willing to help to meet at the Kwaggasvlakte turn-off at 13:30. 


MSS, Heritage Protection Group (HPG), Thabazimbi Crisis Control Centre (TCCC) and various members of the community all joined the search party.


After a lengthy search, Fourie’s body was found on a smallholding in Kwaggasvlagte.


Police spokesperson constable Titus Khumalo confirmed that a inquest docket was opened.


A special thank you to MSS, HPG, TCCC and every community member who assisted with the search. 


In truly shows that in the face of adversity, the Thabazimbi community can stand together. 


We extend our heartfelt condolences to Fourie’s family and friends. 


Anyone with information regarding the case is requested to contact detective Poromi Abram Kgatla on 082 565 7939 or report to the nearest police station.

The late Eddie Fourie.

 

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