Update: Body of missing elderly man found in veld near Roodepan

The Roodepan SAPS is investigating an inquest into the death of Richard Samuel Steenkamp(73) who went missing in Roodepan on Friday, 16 August 2024.

On Wednesday, 04 September 2024 at about 10:00 the body of Steenkamp was found in the veld on a farm near Roodepan by an employee.

His body was identified by his family, and no foul play is suspected at this stage. However, an autopsy will be performed to determine the cause of death.

The police request that anyone with information please contact Detective Captain Deon Rheeder on 082 469 0681 or Detective Sergeant Mojalefa Setlai on 082 495 4625. The investigation continues.

Source: South African Police Service