Body found floating in Swartkops River

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A body of a man believed to be in his thirties has been found floating in the Swartkops River in Despatch.

Police spokesperson, Captain Gerda Swart says the body was found last week Friday and police now need the help of community members to track down his next of kin.

She says he was found wearing a black tracksuit top with a colourful top with stripes and blue jeans.

He is about 1.75m in height and weighs about 85kg. 

Any person with information can contact the Despatch police.