Western Cape Police Seek Help Finding Missing Woman
Who Is Missing?
Naomi Gaynor Bernes, a 62‑year‑old woman, was reported missing in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2026. She had planned to fly back to the UK from Cape Town.
What Happened at the Airport?
On April 20, 2026 Naomi checked in at Cape Town International Airport for a flight to the United Kingdom. She never boarded the plane and has not been seen since. UK authorities tried to contact her but received no response.
How You Can Help
If you have any information about Naomi’s whereabouts or have seen her, please contact:
- Warrant Officer Yalande Van Der Merwe – 082 411 3808
- Crime Stop – 08600 10111
Even a small detail could be important.
Separate Incident: Firearm Arrest in Wesbank
What Happened?
In the early hours of Sunday, June 14, members of the Public Order Police (POP) were doing stop‑and‑search operations on Swartkop Road in Wesbank. During the search they found a 9 mm pistol with six rounds of ammunition on a suspect.
Why Was He Arrested?
The suspect did not have a firearms license. Possessing a gun and ammunition without a permit is illegal, so he was arrested on the spot.
Charges Filed
The man faces two charges:
- Illegal possession of an unlicensed firearm
- Illegal possession of ammunition
He is expected to appear in the Blue Downs Magistrate’s Court shortly after his arrest.
Conclusion
The Western Cape police are working on two important cases: locating Naomi Gaynor Bernes and addressing illegal firearm possession in the community. Public cooperation is crucial—if you know anything about Naomi or have seen suspicious activity related to firearms, please reach out to the numbers above. Your help can make a difference.
