The body of an unidentified man was discovered in an abandoned building in Lot 81, Emona.
The Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) Tongaat Operations Center received a call from a member of the public requesting assistance after he was informed of the discovery by a passerby. On arrival, the man led Reaction Officers and Medics to an abandoned building previously used to house pumps for the Hambanathi Reservoir. The building was surrounded by overgrown vegetation.
The body which was in a state of decomposition was found lying on a mattress. It is believed that the deceased had been squatting in the building. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed.
Police are on scene and investigating further.