On Wednesday, a man was reported to have drowned while swimming in the Umhlatuze River.
Empangeni SAPS Search & Rescue responded to the area, due to failing light and the presence of crocodiles, the decision was made to resume the search on Thursday morning.
Empangeni SAPS Search & Rescue, IPSS Search & Rescue, PACSYS and Umlalazi Fire returned to the area on Thursday morning to continue the search.
With the use of a drone, rope system and rescue raft (croc), SAPS divers were able to safely locate the body of the victim.
His body was recovered, and handed over to Mtunzini SAPS for further investigation.
Condolences go out to the friends and family of the deceased.
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