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Oranjemund River Search: Kaylee Hulme (12) Still Missing

The Namibian -
January 21, 20261 day ago
Missing girl still not found

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A 12-year-old girl, Kaylee Hulme, remains missing after being swept away by a river current near Oranjemund on January 7th. Authorities, with assistance from South African volunteers, continue their search. The family is appealing for public help in locating Kaylee, who disappeared while swimming.

Kaylee Hulme (12), who was swept away in a river near Oranjemund, has still not been found. Police spokesperson Kauna Shikwambi confirmed on Wednesday that authorities were still searching for her. Kaylee went missing on 7 January at around 11h00 while swimming in the river. Her brother was nearby and her father was fishing, when she was suddenly swept away by a strong current. Volunteers from South Africa have been assisting in the search. Kaylee’s family, who reside in Rosh Pinah, remain hopeful and continue to appeal to the public for assistance. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police on 10111 or report to the nearest police station.

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