Capetonians were left reeling on Monday afternoon following a tragic incident at Hotel Sky, where a man died after jumping from the rooftop.
Western Cape police have launched a full investigation, with crime scene experts and Cape Town Central SAPS detectives currently gathering evidence.
A post-mortem will determine the man’s identity and age.
Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stopat 08600 10111.
Extended condolences
Hotel Sky’s Managing Director, Paul Kelley, confirmed the man was a walk-in visitor and that the incident was not connected to the hotel’s Sky Hi Ride attraction.
The man reportedly walked in off the street and went up to the 28th floor, which is the rooftop, and then jumped to his death despite the security and safety measures in place.
Kelley extended his condolences to the man’s loved ones, emphasising the need to take mental health struggles seriously.
“We must all recognise mental health illness and depression and never take these incidents for granted as a community.”
Kelley reaffirmed the hotel’s commitment to safety, adding that the premises comply fully with local and international standards.
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- Lifeline South Africa: 0861 322 322
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