A vulnerable man in Glen Marais received critical assistance on February 4 after a concerned citizen alerted authorities to his disappearance.
Kempton Park, February 5, 2026 – A wellness check initiated on February 4 led to the rescue of a well-known homeless man in the Glen Marais area, highlighting the power of community networks in providing vital support. The man, who lives in a makeshift shelter, hadn’t been seen for several days, prompting a resident to request assistance through the Share It Network.
Swift Response and Collaborative Effort
Members of AfriForum Kempton Park quickly responded to the call, meeting with the concerned resident at the scene. The resident explained the man’s usual residence is in the nearby veld, and his prolonged absence raised serious concerns for his well-being. A thorough search ensued, ultimately locating the man within his shelter, approximately 75 metres from the road.
critical Condition and Urgent Medical intervention
Recognizing the urgency of the situation, additional emergency services were immediately requested through the Central Share It Network. An initial assessment revealed the man was severely dehydrated and significantly weakened, necessitating swift medical attention. A carefully coordinated plan was put in place to safely move him from the shelter to a more accessible location near the road, facilitating prompt medical treatment.
The patient was carefully transported using a table ingeniously repurposed as a stretcher,thanks to the combined efforts of AfriForum Kempton Park and 24/7 Security. On-site medical care was promptly provided by RWT’s Medic Heroes. Shortly after, a GPG Ambulance Services unit arrived and transported the patient to BBH for further medical intervention.
Share It Live extended gratitude to AfriForum Kempton Park,Share It Network,I.E.R Integrated Emergency Response, RWT, 24/7 Security, ADD, SSS Control, Hlasela Control, ER24, First Responders of Gauteng and GPG Ambulance Services for their swift and coordinated response.
Why the rescue occurred stems from a concerned resident noticing the prolonged absence of a known homeless man. Who was involved included the resident, AfriForum Kempton Park, 24/7 Security, RWT’s Medic Heroes, and GPG Ambulance Services, along with numerous supporting emergency response teams coordinated through the Share It Network. What happened was a prosperous wellness check and rescue of a severely dehydrated man. How it ended was with the man receiving transport to BBH for further medical care, thanks to the collaborative efforts of multiple organizations and individuals.
