Investigation into a pungent odour led to the discovery of a decomposing body in Cornubia – KZN yesterday afternoon (Monday).
A resident of a housing complex contacted the Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) Operations Centre at approximately 21:33 requesting assistance after they made the discovery.
Reaction Officers were immediately dispatched and on arrival were led into a home. The extensively bloated and decomposed body of a male was found hanging by a rope fastened to a burglar bar. His identity was confirmed by neighbours.
Reaction Officers were informed that the male was last seen consuming alcohol with friends on Thursday (06/03/2025). His family attempted making telephonic contact with the deceased since, but his cellphone went unanswered.
Neighbours contacted his family yesterday afternoon and informed them of a decaying smell emanating from the home. A friend proceeded to the residence and found the door unlocked. He entered the home and made the discovery.
Circumstances leading up to the man’s death has not been established.