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Chaka found dead on river banks
Police will be investigating the cause of Chaka's death.
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The search for Shongweni’s K9 Unit’s Rottweiler ended today, when Chaka was found dead under some reeds on the river banks. According to Andreas Mathois of the Neighbourhood Watches Association, a search party made up of a group of volunteers went out this morning and made the unfortunate discovery. The K9 Unit will reveal a statement soon as they are currently investigating the cause of Chaka’s death. It is unconfirmed if the dog, who was missing for the past week, drowned or was killed.
Further details will be published as soon more information is released.
thinking of you Constable Elliot Mdadane.. as long as Chaka lives in your heart, he will neva die….
So sad, my thoughts are with his handler, the K9 unit, those that helped search for him and the young boy that donated him to the K9 unit. #RIPChaka
Condolences to Constable Mdadane, I am so sorry for your loss.
Very sad news! RIP Chaka … Run free over the Rainbow Bridge … Brave Boy!!!
Rest in peace Chaka. We are all heartbroken. Our thoughts are with his handler and the K9 Unit.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Chaka. I am just grateful that he has been found and that he can be buried as befits a Police Officer.
My sincere condolences to his handler, the K9 Unit and all who were involved in the search. RIP Chaka
I was a member of the search party who found him on Sat. My heart was so sore watching Eliot being driven to the scene and emotional as he walked down the bank to the river to his beloved dog. Just tore at me heart and a sight I won’t forget. RIP beautiful Chaka and condolences to all who knew him.
R.I.P Chaka Brave and dedicated to the end Heavens gates are open to receive your beautiful soul
RIP Chaka and my condolence’s to the constable. my heart goes out to you. its just too sad :-(