As the South African football fraternity continues to reel from the devastating loss of Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has formally launched an investigation into the tragedy.
The Western Cape SAPS has officially opened an inquest docket after the body of the 25-year-old World Cup star was discovered at a residential property in Cape Town late Saturday morning.
Law Enforcement Update: Investigation Underway in Schotsche Kloof
Western Cape police spokesperson, Captain FC van Wyk, released an official statement confirming the timeline and location of the discovery:
“Cape Town Central police registered an inquest for investigation following the discovery of the body of a 25-year-old male on Saturday, 11 July 2026, at 11:06 at a premises in Military Road, Schotsche Kloof,” Van Wyk confirmed.
At this stage, authorities have not disclosed the precise cause of death, nor have they indicated whether foul play is suspected. Special detectives are currently investigating the exact circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
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Following the initial confirmation from his family and representatives, Mamelodi Sundowns released an official statement expressing their profound heartbreak over the loss of their midfield anchor.
On behalf of Club Chairman Patrice Motsepe, the Motsepe family, the board of directors, and the entire technical squad, the club extended its deepest condolences to the grieving family:
“We pray that the Almighty God comforts and strengthens the Adams family, his friends and everyone that knew him,” the club stated, while heavily reiterating the plea for the public to respect the family’s privacy during this unimaginably raw time.
Adams, who rose to prominence with Stellenbosch FC before his blockbuster move to Chloorkop, had just reached the absolute pinnacle of his international career, featuring prominently in all three of Bafana Bafana’s group-stage fixtures at the recently concluded 2026 FIFA World Cup.
