Elderly Polish nationals found dead in Table Bay Harbour: Police investigate suspected drowning

Police are investigating the deaths of two Polish nationals discovered at Table Bay Harbour on Wednesday morning, with authorities suspecting drowning as the likely cause.

While police said they did not suspect foul play at this stage for the deaths of the couple who were both in their seventies, an inquest docket has been opened.

Police spokesperson, Colonel Andre Traut said their teams were called to the scene at the Cape Royal Yacht Club in Table Bay Harbour just after 8am.

The cause of death has yet to be determined and their identities are being withheld at this stage.

“Police were called to the Cape Royal Yacht Club in Table Bay Harbour this morning following the suspected drowning of an elderly couple believed to be Polish nationals in their seventies,” explained Traut.

“At approximately 08:15, police divers discovered the bodies of a man and a woman in the water. An inquest docket has been opened by Table Bay Harbour police to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“At this early stage, foul play is not suspected. A post-mortem examination will confirm the cause of death, with drowning considered the most likely cause.

“Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

“The identities of the deceased are being withheld pending formal identification and notification of next of kin.”

Cape Argus