Family approaches Action Society for help

The family of German tourist Nick Frischke – who has been missing since February – have approached the civil rights organisation Action Society for help. Five men are in custody for allegedly robbing the 22-year-old while hiking in Hangberg, Hout Bay. However, there is still no trace of Frischke.

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Five suspects in custody for robbery, but still no trace of missing German tourist

Action Society said the German family had approached it for a private investigation and to keep an eye on the ongoing case.

Frischke disappeared on 14 February while hiking in Hout Bay. His family alerted the South African Police Service (SAPS) when they were unable to reach him via cellphone.

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Five men have been arrested and face charges of aggravated robbery after items belonging to Frischke were found in their possession.

Igshaan Fisher, Jason Abrahams, Vanroy Petersen, Carlo Guenantin and Melvin Guenantin reportedly admitted to robbing the tourist while he was hiking. They are expected back in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court on 22 June. The matter was postponed for further investigation.

Action Society said the family had not been receiving regular updates from the authorities.

“We will do all we can to assist in this case. The family is in another country and is not getting frequent updates which worries them. We will keep a close eye on this matter, monitor it and utilise our resources,” said spokesperson Kaylynn Palm.

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