Due to the severity of Edenvale resident, Mr Corrie Le Grange’s condition, he was moved from a general ward at the Charlotte Maxeke hospital to a private ward.
The NEWS reported yesterday that Mr Le Grange, who weighs over 400kg, was transported to hospital.
“Corrie is currently undergoing treatment,” said Mrs Linda McKenzie, the chairperson of the Edenvale Community Police Forum (ECPF).
“His fiancé, Ms Shammy Rademeyer, is feeling a sense of relief now that her partner is finally receiving the medical attention he needs,” she said.
Mr Le Grange suffers from Ascites and his family now hopes he will make a full recovery.
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