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- 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝟭𝟰 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰.
The mystery around the death of 18-year-old Dylan Bothma has yet to be solved. In June last year, Dylan was beaten and later died after being hit by two cars on the R23 between Heidelberg and Balfour. On the night of his death, he attended a sweet sixteenth birthday party, but our investigation reveals that it may have been anything but an innocent party for teenagers. It has been a year since Dylan’s death and no arrests have been made. His family, battling to find closure, started their own investigation and are slowly piecing together the puzzle of Dylan’s brutal death.
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what's with the music? both the sad music and the "action" music. just drop it. please. you don't need it.
@AlternativPerspectiv also the ending. No further investigations. This could easily be an hour long, and people will watch because it's interesting and close to home
Please if any of the parents whose kids attended this 16th birthday party are watching this, please please encourage your kids to come forward. This could have have been your child! Justice for Dylan!!
Dit is n skreiende skande om n kind aan te rand en vir dood agter te laat OMDAT HY NIE DWELMS WIL GEBRUIK NIE. Dit klink ook vir my na VOORBEDAGTE RADE hoekom hy genooi is. Kinders moes geweet ht hy gebruik nie dwelms nie. Oortuig hy is vir die doel genooi! Ook veral omdat VOLWASSENES EN al die ander kinders saamgewerk het en hom letterlik agtervolg het om
hom verder aan te rand!!!
As dit my kind is maak ek n saak en kry Mike Bolhuis om die saak te vat. Die gereg KSN EN MOET ENIGE EN ALLE PERSONE WAT DAAR WAS SIPHOENA OM TE KOM GETUIG IN N VOORVERHOOR OOK. OUERS MT NIE OPGEE Eis geregtigheid vir jul seun!!!!!
Please. Pleass.. I am pleeding that for my son too. I wish I had a platform to tell about my son and his strange accident
@noeleenvanrooy4151
That poor mom. My heart breaks for her...
Those who keep quiet about this tragic story, are just as guilty. By keeping quiet, some of them will be tormented by guilt. I hope someone comes forward, to help his poor mother get some answers and closure.
These kids must be interrogate..they will spill the beans
Police coverup?
Who's daddy is in the Force?
No one runs away for no reason.... Justice for Dylan!
Proverbs 28:1
The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Their heart is so black ⚫️!
@@seunseun202 So when you are say in a farm attack and you flee you are the wicked ? Dont know how your comment gets allowed. become @manman101
what was he doing at a 16year old's party?
@@JohnRiversOfficial He was invited under false pretence that is what.
Justice for Dylan 🕯
One way or another. Clearly not from the police.
@@ZackBassonWho's daddy is in the Force? 🤔
@@melanytodd2929 service not force remember
That girl who persisted he come to the party should be taken in for questioning? Why should this father be allowed to get away with beating a 16 year old kld. An ignorant bully he is. This Mother deserves justice for her son. Where is the Tannie of the house'sl humanity seeing as she has a child herself. Such awful people. Very sad.
@@conniemcgrath3789 Totally agree
The mom just broke my heart 😭.
You can't even take your child to a party in peace, because some parents want to give your child drugs and alcohol. I can't believe some adults.
That's the crazy part that adults were so irresponsible. It's irresponsible
Not safe anywhere
It's never been safe!! It's always a risk letting children attend parties. Just don't do it...they'll thank you later. I know because I was the kid whose parents never let go to parties or attend sleep overs. I'm eternally grateful to them for that.
Heidelberg is just as messed up as Brakpan. These blue collar towns are best avoided.
Party in peace? No such thing. The devil and party go hand in hand
There is definitely more to this story. Why was he being forced to do drugs? Its as if a scene was being set. This is so tragic. This child died in such a gruesome way.
Like some sort of ritual?
Sounds like a frenzied Lord of the Flies mob mentality
Your mind went there, so that is your MENTALITY.
@CharlieC738 It was an honest question, pal. There is no need to get emotional
@@CharlieC738😂😂😂😂but his using his whole brain coz its definitely a probability
@@CharlieC738 I agree 100%, the 'birthday girl' insisted he attend. Highly suspicious! And the 'kids' ganged up on him... more suspicious. It's a disgrace
My heart breaks for this mother. We need justice for Dylan.
1 year and the police are still investigating without questioning anybody? And they (the police) are not allowed to talk to the media??
Seems like the SAPS should be investigated by the Independent Complaints Directorit.
IPID ARE JUST AS USELESS & CORRUPT
I think someone involved has paid off the cops
Typically South African police not to rely on!
Someone powerful & rich is involved. Probably the towing company. They pay police to call them at accident scenes so the can be the first tow company to get to the scene.
Please raise funds for a private investigator in this case. We have all got children and my heart breaks here!!!
Don’t give up, this investigation needs some serious answers and much deserved closure.
The SAPS are USELESS
@@clintonmorris8222 UTTERLY 🙌😭
@@clintonmorris8222 what can we expect from anc when they act like gangsters and the media are afraid of them cos they allegedly are dangerous. Why would they be dangerous since they supposed to serve and protect? This is just beyond comprehension
U can say that again.... Truly sad
Where can I report such cases, my mom I has opened a serious case with the SAPS but nothing is being done and she sees the person almost every day walking free, and it's traumatic to her.
@@nkululekomzizi4151 Try to get the number of the station commander. You might find it on google. Sorry for what your mom is going through.
How can we support this family to get the best legal assistance?
Afriforum. Gerry Nel!
Oh please, not a chance
Mike Bolhuis
If that was my son, none of the people at that party would be found..
Truth. Not even pappa would have anything to meisie in a prison cell. Can't believe so many people are simply too banggat to speak up. Poor guy 😔
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Ditto!!!!!
How can the kids that was at that party live with them selves, im referring to the ones saying nothing, that was part of this! I bet you they read the comments, i must want to say to them...... YOU MUST REALIZE, THAT YOU WILL HAVE THIS WEIGHT ON YOUR SHOULDERS YOUR WHOLE LIFE, IF LIFE TREATS YOU BAD, AND YOU STRUGGLE, REMEMBER THIS, THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY OUT, TELL THE TRUTH! YOU WILL HAVE KIDS OF YOURSELF ONE DAY, JUST REMEMBER THAT, AND THE WORLD IS NOT GETTING A BETTER PLACE.... WHAT YOU SOW, YOU SHALL REAP!!!
This is disgusting considering there were parents and adults in this party. There is NO justification why this happened.
I just want to hug the mom! My heart breaks for the family of Dylan. Justice for Dylan 🌸
Im so so sorry for your loss. Justice MUST prevail!
Why did the young girl insist Dylan goes to a party he originally was not interested in going to? Why were the "parents" not questioned about the alleged dagga/narcotic koekies? Was there blood taken from the young Dylan to corroborate this? Why were the vehicles in question not immediately impounded by the police?
There's too many unanswered questions regarding this senseless tragedy.
My heart, love and prayers go out to the young victim's family.
Why force kids to consume drugs? Theres something bigger going on here and the police dont want to touch it.
100% true
Why are those parents suddenly unreachable?
Must be a cop where they partied at. Maybe xcop
@andriesoliviier9529 I agree. Something bigger going on here.
Satanists, probably
@@getalifestopspyinghacker3285or a chommie of an upper rank cop. It's very strange and fishy
If your child goes to an under 18 party. You already assume there is an adult supervision, and they’re now responsible for your child. Shouldn’t that adult have been the first person they investigated 😑
Riiiight?
Shouldnt they be charged !!!
Afrikaners dude - back yard one at that
Parents need to be charged
This is sickening, Heidelberg has been under a dark cloud lately, I sympathize with the family. #Justice4Dylan
The birthday place of the AWB. The cloud is still hovering over us.
@@RecatoEberweinyou take every opportunity you have to bring race into it, you are disgusting
The whole South Africa, unfortunately..
There has been a dark energy over Heidelberg for years.
Krugersdorp had the cult leader....its a operation of criminals.Drugs are a form of religious practices.Start with the drug sellers to get a bigger picture .Homeless guys know alot of happenings
Riaan Strydom should be taken in for questioning
Those Kids Should Speak The Truth So They Can Grow Up Knowing They Have Told The Truth Rather Than Living A Lie,And Some Will Never Find Peace In Their Lives Not SPEAKING THE TRUTH OF WHAT/WHO/HOW IT ALL HAPPENED.
I Cant Take A Comment Seriously That Is Writen Like This
@@s27448632 your comment is interesting as it clearly state the obvious. Decent humans conscience will bother them throughout their lives where the undesirable human will find an excuse for themselves
@@s27448632your comment is interesting as it is obvious what is stated. That the conscious of the children will bother them for the rest of their lives if they keep quiet about what they know of, as to what took place that night
It Took Me A Long Time To Type THIS
They will live in torment for the.rest.of.their lives should.they never.reveal the.truth - it's.called karmer to some.to others it's.called.wath u sow.u shall reap !!!!! There is no getting away nor around this - fair.is.fair even if.the saps or.court don't pull their weight - what.goes.around comes around no matter who u r. ❤
If you didn't do anything, why did you pack up and run away like a thief in the night? Red flags!
Mense!! IM REFERRING TO THE FATHER! NOT THE 18 YEAR OLD!!!! WHY DID THE FATHER PACK UP AND LEAVE HEIDELBERG?!
Why would adults give minors dagga cookies and alcohol?
Proverbs 28:1
The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
@@seunseun202Amen
@@hildadavids217 errm... Because they're drug dealers?
If you were in a situation you weren't comfortable in and being treated like that wouldn't you want to leave?
My heart goes out to the parents. Too traumatic for anyone to bear.
I AM FURIOUS!!! Riaan needs to be held accountable. This mother lost her child!!! This is not right!! Riaan is to be blame!!! This whole thing spunds planned!!
Spot on Riaan is to blame!
What is also chilling are those children who were at the party saying nothing when they are eyewitnesses. Sad. Yet if they were found to be withholding information in a court of law, they can be charged.
Those kids are obviously too frightened to talk. They were part of something truly horrific. Think they might all be scared of Strydom, even the Police. Really glad Carte Blanch highlighted the story. A whole town covering up the truth!
Those people kids or anybody older should face the consequences of their actions they chose this outcome.
@@EBMproductions1
Absolutely!
@@bevturner2258 I'm thinking maybe intimidation, threats of violence against them or someone they know etc towards anyone of the kids who talks. Adults and other kids older or bigger can easily scare kids with threats, intimidation, dominance, manipulation and social pressure. It can be easy for an adult or a wised up teen to manipulate and twist things for their own gain.
@@misshoneybear90
Yes, I think you’re probably right.
I’m hoping though that Carte Blanche will make some headway. It’s a truly horrible case and needs to be thoroughly investigated. So many things just don’t add up.
He was alone when he took his last breath. He was alone 😢😭 My heart bleeds for his parents
Believe it or not, he was never alone. We all have helpers in times such as this. He transitioned to a beautiful dimension in perfect love and peace. Comfort to his mom.
Why is Carte Blanche not taking this to the Minister coz they have powers. This cant end here, no.
Great question
Why hasn't the NPA been contacted? This needs a thorough investigation
THIS IS VERY HEARTBREAKING. JUSTIN FOR DYLAN.THANK YOU FOR CARTE BLANCHE FOR BRINGING THIS TO LIGHT.
This is absolutely heartbreaking 💔 please Parents don't let your children go to people you don't know. If your child doesn't answer the phone go look for them. I pray for justice
Please keep us updated on this story! 🙏 Justice for Dylan 💙
The adults who were giving kids alcohol and space muffins should face the law. What they did is not right.
Absolutely heartbreaking 💔
Our prayers with you and family 🙏
Okay so, we have witnesses but no one arrested. Insane 😤
That's the reason people take the law into their own hands!
@@ntombimasikane8988
Those parents have lost everything that matters. I’m surprised the father didn’t take revenge on Strydom…
@bevturner2258 My heart was shattered by this story - even after the year of this incident, the impact is still greatly 💔 😪 . From one mother to another, I truly have Riaan's mother in my prayers 🙏
@@ntombimasikane8988
It really is such a sad story… Heartbreaking!
My son hit a cow in the Transkei which was apparently dead and laying in the road ( hit by another car earlier ) . The damaged car was removed but not the cow . It was dark and as my son hit the cow, it apparently broke the stealing which caused his twin cab and trailer to roll . Him and his friend died that night . The sadness of losing our boys due to the police or somebody not removing the dead cow is indescribable . Who do you take to task . Even if there was someone , we have lost our boys . I so understand the pain this mother is going through .
Bless the 3 people who spoke up.
May you never find peace. My heart is broken and I'm sick to my stomach. What a shame to everyone who caused pain to this family 💔 . This country and weak laws is disgusting
Shocking😢 justice for Dylan 😢
How shocking. RIP Dylan - condolences to his family
To the kids who saw what happened - please, one of you, at least send an anonymous letter to Dylan's mom so that she can know what happened. Both she and Dylan, deserve that.
The community of Heidelberg failed this poor boy. The police should be ashamed. Not fit to wear those badges.
06:56 Note the witness said ladies, women, MEN - you wonder if Riaan Strydom was in the vehicle too.
Justice for Dylan!!
I actually think he eas the driver 🤔
Riaan as an adult in this whole situation was supposed to be questioned and arrested ,but of course South Africa’s justice system is terrible.
Everyone at the party should be attested! Disgusting behaviour and people should tell the truth.
SAPS should wake up and do their job! Those adults should be investigated properly. Poor child, wow what an evil society we live in.
This is why i dont trust other people. You never know whose fkd up
The dad who hit him and the towtruck company's owner should be taken into custody and the case should be taken over by Mike Bolhuis and his team, then there will be answers. The SAPS of Heidelberg is utterly useless!
This young man suffered..i feel for the family.. heartbreaking
We have a very twisted relationship with alcohol in SA. After the age of 15 every birthday party i went to had alcohol. Not always provided by the parents ....but definitely there was not really parental supervision. As a society we have normalised young people being around alcohol and drugs
So cruel,and that R23 is dark at night I go pass there on my way to my home town so sad to hear such a horrible story
Sorry for your loss. May you get all the answers and may justice prevail.
Justice for Dylan .May he rest in Peace..Sorry
The problem is there was a lot of people in the bakkie so now no one wants to do the right thing. This boy lost his life. Come on teens and parents speak up, stand up and show your child the correct behaviour by standing up for this young man.
Facts
Thank you for doing this story. Thank you to the people talking.
Cant wait for the follow up on this episode
I can't wait for follow up on this episode.
Disgusting! Every parent’s worst nightmare. Riaan and the rest must pay for this injustice.
And my mum always said “I will drop you off and pick you up” - not even that is safe anymore.
Any of those people could of saved his life. I am beyond mortified
They need to take Riaan in for questioning, the people that chased him down most likely are the ones that committed the hit and run.
The crazy thing is these party scenarios happen way more often than some people might realize. I recall similar situations from my teenage years. There were those "cool" parents who would let their kids and their friends smoke and drink and they would get involved as well.
Imagine never telling the truth about Dylan. There you are living your life as a lie, carrying on like nothing happened, having opportunities like studying, having kids, travelling and enjoying your family. All while Dylan will never get the chance. Hope they tell the truth otherwise I hope it keeps them up at night.
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This country is a joke! Poor family.
Rest in Power, young man! Comfort to your mom ❤
You all know what part you played in this young boys death. You have to live with this on your conscience...if you have any.
Our sincere condolences to Dylans family. 😮
Surely a private investigator could dig up the truth? This community seems sick
First sounded like some sort of cult behavior, but that Riaan guy looks like he could be ex-police/SF - smells like a cover up. Also isn't it a chargeable offence to withhold information from the police even if you're a minor?
My prayers goes out to the family. I'm really sorry for the loss of your son😢
Heartbreaking
Justice for Dylan and his family please
Oh my heart breaks for that mother, no parent should have to bury their children. Sending love to the family
And not lose their child so horrifically.
@@FifiR3 I could never deal with that, it's so disheartening
Justice for Dylan.. the town is protecting each other burn it down
The police would be very quickly on the scene. Unlike in the township.
Those kids that were involved in beating up Dylan, remember you will have children one day ,better pray it doesn't happen to yours, Hopefully the guilt will remain with you always.
The adult who forced space cookies on a minor. The crazy world we live in. Now we understand why our parents refused us to attend friends parties
Tough one to take...moral here choose friends wisely...very wisely
So there is footage? Then, they can see who participate in the chase. Why don't you get everyone that was at the party in jail and let them start talking.
Thank you Carte Blanche, there was some movement on the case. Thank you and let’s keep on pushing for all, for Joshlin, for Dylan, for Deveney, for all. Please
I am sure the police can find more if they want to. Is this a bribe thing that no one says something, is he threatening them with death? Is this man part of a gang that everybody is scared of him? What is/was his job description? No one can vanish off this earth. Someone needs to work harder. I am sure there are people higher up or another investigating company.
Come on we can do better.
Man that brings a tear to you. Please keep us updated
Useless SAPS
Disgusting behaviour. SHOCKING
This is sickening. People like this live among us? No man! Those involved, come clean. How can the police not have answers by this time? Impossible!
My boyfriend and I knew Dylan through playing online video games together. We just found out of his passing and we are in shock. He was such a funny cheerful boy. My heart goes out to his family
What a sad, infuriating story. People are wicked man. I feel so sad for the family of all whose loved ones were taken away from them ruthlessly 🙏🙏🙏
Something fishy going on here 🤔
He was my friend lost contact 3 years ago and I found out he is dead my heart 😭😭😭💔
Kleinhans (Hannie) use to be a detective in Heidelberg SAPS before.
This…..
There you go!
Senseless and horrid. Never liked going to Heidelberg personally.
Same. I had my comment deleted but there are some truths about that place that can't be denied.
The main issue here is that no one is telling the is telling the truth except the last 2 witnesses.
Why would they beat a kid for not wanting to smoke and drink?? Justice for Dylan!
Riaan realized Dylan was a better man at 16yrs than he could be in his entire rotten lifetime.
DEAR PARENTS SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. THIS SHOULD NEVER OF HAPPENED. DRAW YOUR STRENGTH FROM THE LORD. I PRAY FOR GODS JUSTICE TO BE DONE.
What? A parent at a teenage birthday party forces one of the youngsters to take drugs; physically assaults that child for being "weak" when the drug affects him badly; then oversees a mob persecution of the child leading directly to his death like a dog by the roadside ... *and then leaves town without notice and without a trace.* Enough said, except to note that if justice does not overtake that man in this world ...
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Please tell me that Riaan is in prison!
What they did to dylan is evil and the fact that nobody stepped forward to say what really happened is really disgusting.RIP Dylan
Dit is verskriklik. Dat 'n groot mens 'n kind wat hy nie ken nie net slaan? Waar is die Coward? Hoekom is die polisie bang vir hom? Ek is so jammer vir julle verlies, dit was so onnodig.
So much sadness in this world as it is and then you still have scumbag people who have no consideration for the lives and safety of others.
Don't let your kids go to trailer trash
shame man this is so sad
Surely he can be traced with his ID. Surely you cant buy anything with which you cannot be identified wirh you Identication Document. Even if you buy a new phone it must be RICA'd. Feel so sorry for Dylans parents.