Elsies family's desperate search for dad
The family of Clinton Van Der Berg is searching for the father of two who has been missing from his Elsies River home since July 27, 2026. He suffers from severe depression, blood cancer, and a heart condition, and left his medication behind, causing significant concern for his well-being.
Why it matters
The case highlights the vulnerability of individuals with chronic health conditions and the urgent need for community assistance in missing persons cases.
News Sport Lifestyle Entertainment Opinion News Elsies family's desperate search for dad Marsha Dean | Updated 13 hours ago Copy to Clipboard Ask AI Clinton Van Der Berg AN Elsies River family is pleading for help to find their missing loved one, who has been missing for more than a week and is believed to be battling depression and serious health issues.
Father of two Clinton Van Der Berg, in his forties, was last seen at his home in Connaught Estate, Elsies River, on Monday, 27 July 2026, at around 3pm. He left without telling anyone where he was going.
His family say it is completely out of character for him to disappear for such a long time and they are deeply worried because he suffers from severe depression, blood cancer and a heart condition.
Family member Vanessa Lebaai said the family became concerned after finding his home unattended.
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