Body of a man found in Table Bay

Lusanda Bill
06 January 2014

A body of a 56-year-old man who went missing on Saturday afternoon in Table Bay was discovered late Sunday evening. 

It is alleged that he was experiencing difficulty while swimming when he drowned. 

The National Sea Rescue Institute together with police divers searched for the man since Saturday. 

NSRI Spokesperson Craig Lambinon said the body was handed over to the forensic pathology services and police have opened an inquest docket. 

Meanwhile a 25-year-old Chinese crewman was rescued on a 230 meter bulk carrier off Cape Point after needing medical assistant while on board. 

It is believed that the man suffered a severe fall on deck which resulted in several bruises and lacerations to the thigh and leg.

NSRI Spokesperson Craig Lambinon said on arrival on scene paramedics stabilized the patient and he was transported to a nearby hospital for further care.