The body of an unknown man was discovered under a bridge in Baakens Valley, near the Tramways Building in Gqeberha on Friday morning.
The body was discovered in shallow water at around 07:15 by Humewood detectives.
Police spokesperson, Captain Andre Beetge says the man's hands and feet were tied with electrical wire.
He was dressed in black jeans, a black short-sleeve Guess t-shirt, a brown jacket, and black and white sneakers.
The sneakers bears the name "Fend".
According to Beetge, the man also has a cross tattoo on his arm.
SAPS is appealing to anybody with information that could assist police with this investigation to contact SAPS Humewood Detectives, Detective Constable Ridwaan Baatjies at 073 130 3018, or Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
A murder docket has been opened for investigation.