According to IOL reports, a young man was rescued from the Namahadi River in Qwaqwa, Free State, after reportedly jumping from a bridge on Saturday afternoon, prompting a coordinated response from police and firefighters.
Screenshot of the Namahadi River taken from a Facebook video
According to police spokesperson Warrant Officer Mmako Mophiring, the man, who is in his twenties, was found motionless in the river near Lancaster after falling from the Namahadi River bridge.
Emergency services responded at around 4pm after the Phuthaditjhaba Community Service Centre received a report of the incident. Members of the Phuthaditjhaba Police Rescue and Diving Unit, the Tactical Response Team, off-duty police officers and the Maluti-a-Phofung Municipality Fire and Rescue Service worked together to bring him safely to the riverbank.
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The man was unable to move and was taken by ambulance to a local hospital for further treatment. He reportedly told rescuers that he had heard voices before the incident. Further details about the circumstances were not provided.
Free State Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thabang Lesia praised the emergency teams for their swift response and cooperation, highlighting the importance of coordinated efforts in saving lives.
Lesia also encouraged families to support loved ones experiencing emotional or psychological distress, urging communities to remain attentive to those who may be struggling.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of accessible emergency services and community support, particularly when people are experiencing distress.
Source: IOL
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