Eastern Cape police say they have debunked a Facebook post that claims a child was found in Extension 8, Joza, Makhanda. The South African Police Service (SAPS) describes the online claim as false and warns that sharing such information can cause confusion and unnecessary alarm.
SAPS urges residents not to circulate the post. The police statement focuses on correcting the misinformation and directing the public to rely on verified information when dealing with reports that involve children or public safety. Other outlets provide the same core message: the claim originated from a social media report and police are contesting it.
The differing emphasis across coverage is mainly on police reassurance and public guidance. While the hoax concerns a specific location and allegation, the response is consistent across sources—police call it inaccurate and ask residents to refrain from sharing it until confirmed by official channels.
