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02 February 2016

Media Release: Body found on Table Mountain

A full investigation is being undertaken by SAPS to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and all enquiries should be directed to SAPS.

In the meantime park management encourages all users of the park to observe elementary mountain safety measures, such as:

  • Keeping hydrated
  • Staying on demarcated pathways and trails
  • Wearing the correct hiking gear and shoes
  • Not carrying valuables, cash, cameras, iPods etc.
  • Cycling, hiking or running during daylight hours only
  • Not hiking alone
  • Keeping an eye on the weather and other mountain conditions

Emergency numbers:

TMNP Control: 0861-106-417 / SAPS 10111
In the event of an incident please contact SANParks as the collection of information is important to prevent future incidents. All incidents must also be reported to the nearest police station.

Issued by:
South African National Parks (SANParks), Cape Region

Enquiries:
Merle Collins
Communications Manager: SANParks Cape Region
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 072 627 3910; Tel: 021 689 4441