Search Intensifies for Missing Retired SABC news Manager Phaki Manas Tshungu

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Gauteng police are asking for the public’s help in finding Phaki Manas Tshungu, a 69-year-old retired SABC News Manager and former political reporter, who was reported missing in Atteridgeville after he left his home on monday and did not return.

details of Phaki Manas Tshungu’s Disappearance

Tshungu’s family has been searching the neighborhood without success and has urgently requested assistance from the community. A missing person’s case was officially opened at the local police station on wednesday.

Did You Know? According to the South African Police Service, thousands of people are reported missing in South Africa each year, with a significant percentage being children and vulnerable adults.

According to a family member,Tshungu was last seen by the family’s helper on Monday morning as he walked out of the house. Attempts to reach him by phone have been unsuccessful, with the phone ringing before going silent later that day.

Family’s Plea for Help

Tshungu’s wife expressed deep concern for his well-being,especially given the current cold weather conditions.She recounted a previous incident where he disappeared for three days but returned home with no memory of the events leading to his disappearance.

Pro Tip: when reporting a missing person, provide police with a recent photograph, a detailed description of clothing worn, and any known routines or habits.

Tshungu’s background

Tshungu retired as a regional editor for the SABC’s Limpopo office in 2013,after a long career with the public broadcaster that began in 1983.

How to Help

Police are urging anyone with data regarding Phaki Manas Tshungu’s whereabouts to contact the Atteridgeville Branch Commander at 079 891 4196 or call the Crime Stop hotline at 08600 10111.