Missing Welkom educator Gert Adams: Police appeal

Police in Welkom are appealing to the public for information that could help locate Gert Adams, a 55-year-old educator who went missing on Sunday, 4 October 2026.

Adams was last seen in the Dagbreek area of Welkom in the Free State. He was driving a grey Hyundai ix35, which has since been recovered. However, his whereabouts remain unknown.

The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are still under investigation.

What to know about the missing Welkom educator

At the time he was last seen, Adams was wearing blue tracksuit pants, a black jacket and sneakers.

Police are asking anyone who may have seen him or has information that could assist in locating him to come forward.

How to share information with police

Anyone with information about Adams’s whereabouts is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Tsie Matlokotsi of the Welkom Detectives on 078 758 5658.

Information can also be reported through Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submitted anonymously via the MySAPS app.

The search for Adams continues as police investigate the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.

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Source: SAPS