Piet Diedericks, 74, has been reported missing after leaving his home in Wesbank, Malmesbury, Western Cape, on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, without informing anyone. He was last seen at about 08:30 in the vicinity of the shopping centre in Malmesbury CBD.

Concern has been raised over his whereabouts because Diedericks has Alzheimer’s disease and is described as very confused. There has reportedly been no contact or communication from him since he was last seen, and his current whereabouts remain unknown.

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What Happened to Piet Diedericks in Malmesbury

According to the missing-person information provided, Piet Diedericks left his home in Wesbank, Malmesbury, on the morning of 13 May without telling anyone where he was going.

He was subsequently seen in the vicinity of the shopping centre in Malmesbury CBD at around 08:30. It is not known where he went after that sighting.

The information available does not indicate that Piet Diedericks was travelling in a vehicle. His vehicle is listed as not applicable.

A case number was listed as pending in the information supplied for the missing-person appeal.

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What Piet Diedericks Was Wearing When Last Seen

Diedericks is 74 years old and is described as short, with black and grey hair and brown eyes.

At the time he was last seen, he was reportedly wearing a grey top and brownish pants. He was also wearing two different takkies, which may be an identifying feature for anyone who encounters someone matching his description.

His appearance and clothing details could be particularly important because members of the public may have seen him without realising that he was a missing person.

The information provided states that Diedericks has Alzheimer’s disease and is very confused. This makes members of the public more important in helping establish where he may have gone after his last known sighting.

Anyone who believes they may have seen him should compare the person’s appearance and clothing with the details in the missing-person appeal and report information to the contact number provided.

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How to Report Information About Piet Diedericks

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Piet Diedericks is urged to come forward.

The contact number provided in the missing-person appeal is 067 919 9178.

People who may have encountered Diedericks in Malmesbury, particularly around the CBD or shopping centre area, are encouraged to report any information that could assist in locating him.

Even information that may appear minor could potentially help establish his movements after he left Wesbank.

Diedericks was last seen on 13 May 2026, and his whereabouts remain unknown based on the information available for this report. Anyone with information is urged to contact 067 919 9178 as soon as possible.

Readers are encouraged to share this report responsibly with people in Malmesbury and surrounding areas who may be able to assist with the search. Further developments can be followed as more verified information becomes available.

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