21-05-2025
RIP: Elderly couple found dead at Royal Cape Yacht Club
A tragic discovery was made at the Royal Cape Yacht Club in Table Bay Harbour on Tuesday morning when the bodies of an elderly couple were recovered from the water by police divers.
The deceased, believed to be Polish nationals in their seventies, were found around 08:15 following reports that prompted an emergency response.
Police are currently treating drowning as the most likely cause of death, though a post-mortem examination will confirm the official cause.
Authorities have stated that no signs of foul play were found at the scene.
An inquest docket has been opened by Table Bay Harbour police, and investigations are ongoing.
The couple's identities have not yet been publicly released, as authorities await formal identification and the notification of next of kin.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111. History
Founded in 1905 as the Table Bay Yacht Club, and after merging with the Alfred Rowing Club, the name was later changed to the Cape Yacht Club in January 1914.
In March 1914, the newly-named Cape Yacht Club applied for a Royal Warrant via the South African Governor-General, Viscount Gladstone.
In reply, the Governor-General informed the Club that His Majesty King George V was 'graciously pleased to approve the title Royal to the Cape Yacht Club'. Post your condolences below, by …
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