Hammanskraal Community Gripped by Fear and Hope

The family of Hamlet, a Bolt driver from Stinkwater in Hammanskraal, is pleading for help after he went missing on Sunday, 14 September. Loved ones say they have not heard from him since, and their search has turned into a race against time.

Hamlet was last seen driving his grey Suzuki Swift. His relatives grew concerned when calls went unanswered and attempts to trace his movements led to unsettling discoveries.

“We are living in fear. His phone rings, but we cannot reach him. Every day that passes without answers is breaking us,” said a close family member.

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Tracker Signal Raises Alarming Questions

According to the family, the vehicle’s tracker unit last located the car along M35 Soutpan Road. When relatives went to check the spot, the vehicle was gone. Shortly after, the tracker was reportedly removed from the car.

This troubling detail has left the family and the community fearing the worst.

“This is not like him. For the tracker to be taken out, someone knew what they were doing,” said a neighbour who joined the search.

Family’s Plea to the Public

With official missing person pages yet to respond, relatives have turned to social media and community networks to spread the word. They are calling on anyone with information to come forward immediately.

Hamlet’s niece, who has been at the forefront of the search, expressed her desperation:

“We are begging for help. Please, if you see him or the car, contact us. Every minute counts. We just want him home safe.”

A Call for Vigilance and Solidarity

Police investigations into missing persons often rely on eyewitness tips, and the family is urging community members to remain alert.

Missing person cases linked to ride-hailing drivers are becoming increasingly concerning in South Africa, raising questions about safety measures for those who transport passengers late into the night.

As the search for Hamlet continues, the family has shared their contact number for urgent leads: 071 122 1269.

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How You Can Help Find Hamlet

• Share Hamlet’s photo and details on your platforms.
• If you spot a grey Suzuki Swift abandoned or in suspicious circumstances, report it immediately.
• Keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they endure this painful time.

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Publisher: Missing Persons South Africa