Cape Town – The body of a 36-year-old man from Pretoria, Timothy van Asche, reported missing earlier this week, was found in the Hennops River, Gauteng on Thursday.
According to the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), Van Asche was last seen leaving his home early Monday morning, as captured on CCTV.
His vehicle was discovered near the river the same day.
“Timothy van Asche was last seen on CCTV footage leaving his home in the same vehicle at 03h54, Monday morning, 20th January. Last contact had been made with Timothy at 21h10, Sunday, 19th January.
We are deeply saddened to inform you that Timothy van Asche has been found deceased. Our sincere condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/P5weR1HSZi
— Missing Children SA (@072MISSING) January 23, 2025
The vehicle in the Hennops River was recovered and taken into the care of Police as part of ongoing investigations,” NSRI said.
IOL reported that Vann Asche was found in the Hennops River, about 2km from where his vehicle was discovered.
Gauteng police confirmed the recovery after an extensive multi-day search operation that utilised drones, a chopper, boats, divers, and on-foot teams.
The discovery was made on Thursday morning following a tip-off from a member of the public about a body floating in the river.
Police are investigating the case as an inquest.
Follow African Insider on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Picture: X/@072MISSING
For more African news, visit Africaninsider.com
Compiled by Betha Madhomu
