The search for 48-year-old physiotherapist Kenneth Chetty ended in heartbreak when his body was discovered at his Morningside home, days after he was reported missing. Chetty, who was last seen on Monday dropping off a rental car in Springfield, was found dead in his garage around midday on 8 April.
Family, friends, and colleagues are mourning the loss of a "beautiful, kind human being" who was known for his dedication to both his work and his loved ones.
Chetty’s daughter, Dhenishta, 24, spoke of her father's passion for life. “He was the best dad and husband. He was loving, caring, and optimistic. He was passionate about his work and loved people,” she said. “He was a staunch man of Christ and instilled the love of Christ in us.”
Prem Ganasparsdh, the chairman of the Springtown Community Police Forum, explained that local residents and volunteers had spent hours searching for Chetty before the tragic discovery. “We went to his home and asked to search the premises, but the family believed that if he was there, their dog would have sensed him,” Ganasparsdh said. “We left, but later received a call saying Chetty had been found dead in his garage.”
The family has expressed no suspicion of foul play at this stage. Dhenishta described her father as someone with a deep love for life, family, and his hobbies. “He loved playing squash, indoor cricket, and running. He was also an amazing artist,” she added, reflecting on the close bond they shared as a family.
Stavros Pillay, a close friend of Chetty, shared his grief. “He was a brilliant physiotherapist who never asked for payment. He was the type of person you couldn’t get any better,” Pillay said. “I’m upset that he ended his life. I will truly miss him.”
Kenneth Chetty’s sudden passing has left a profound impact on his community, who remember him as a kind-hearted and generous man who lived to help others.