KIMBERLEY – The police in Kimberley are appealing to the public for assistance in locating 32-year-old Amanda Ward, who was allegedly kidnapped on Friday, 03 October 2025.
Preliminary information indicates that on the evening of Friday, 03 October 2025, at approximately 23:00, Amanda Ward and her boyfriend were at a residence in Beaconsfield when they were reportedly attacked by three knife-wielding men.
It is alleged that the suspects covered the boyfriend with a blanket, instructed the couple not to scream, and demanded their belongings. Moments later, he heard the suspects ordering Amanda to accompany them as they fled the scene. That was the last time she was seen.
The boyfriend was reportedly stabbed in the incident.
He subsequently reported the incident to the police. A case of attempted murder and kidnapping is being investigated.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Amanda Ward is urged to contact Detective Warrant Officer Desmond Markgraaff at 078 047 4437 or 053 838 4208, or alternatively, use the MySAPS App or the Crime Stop number 08600 10111.
All information will be treated confidentially.
The investigation is ongoing.