Man drowns in the Umhlatuze River in Umlazi
03 January 2025 | From Arrive Alive
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.
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
With rising fuel prices placing renewed pressure on household budgets, Hyundai Automotive South Africa is using its participation at SA Auto Week 2026, currently taking place in Durban, to spotlight a consideration that extends well beyond a vehicle’s purchase price: the true cost of ownership.
Exhibiting
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Yesterday, at approximately 15h15, members of Marshall Security’s Special Operations Team and Durban North SAPS Crime Prevention were conducting proactive patrols along Lagoon Drive in Umhlanga, following an increase in criminal activity in the Umhlanga and Gateway areas.
While travelling southbound
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House: Our acceleration of the infrastructure revolution forms part of our determination to bring our services closer to the people of KwaZulu-Natal, especially in deep rural areas.
As empowered by the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996 (NRTA), we appointed Big 5 Hlabisa
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Following an ANPR camera alert identifying a suspect vehicle linked to an active theft investigation, Fidelity ADT Lowveld, together with Divergent Ops, ACS Spartan and Taysec Security, immediately mobilised.
Through excellent communication and coordinated teamwork, the vehicle was successfully intercepted
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Earlier this afternoon, the Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) Firefighters assisted the George Municipality with efforts to contain a chemical incident on a farm north of Herold's Bay. Sadly, three people passed away at the incident, while a further twelve persons are being treated for injuries
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The South African Police Service in Eastern Cape dismisses as false a circulating voice note alleging that five suspects escaped from police custody in the KuGompo area.
The actual sequence of events is that on Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at about 06:40, police members noticed a white Mazda vehicle stationary
14 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Two (2) friends were shot and killed inside a house in Amaoti – KZN this evening (Tuesday 13/10/2026).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received a call reporting the shooting at approximately 21:03. First Responders were immediately dispatched.
On arrival, residents informed Reaction Officers
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Bridle Road in Kloof Gorge is closed following a serious head-on collision involving approximately six vehicles.
Entrapments have been reported, and the road is closed to allow recovery operations to take place.
Motorists are urged to use alternative routes, avoid the area and give emergency services
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
West Coast Medical Rescue, Metro EMS Rescue, Saldanha Bay Fire and Traffic Services, and SAPS are on scene at a collision involving two vehicles on Saldanha Road.
One patient sustained serious injuries and had to be freed from the wreckage by Metro EMS Rescue using specialized Hydraulic tools.
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