The President of the Republic, Dr Patrick Herminie, today visited the family of Seychelles Coast Guard serviceman Rudolf Hoffman, one of two servicemen missing at sea since 16 September 2026.
Accompanied by Hon. Rocky Uranie, Member of the National Assembly for La Digue and Inner Islands, the President met Mr Hoffman's mother and sister at their residence, La Passe.
The family spoke about the pain and uncertainty they have endured since the incident. They told the President they are seeking answers and feel they have not been kept fully informed about what happened to their loved one.
The President sympathized with them listened to their concerns and assured them the government is seeking answer too through the commission of inquiry.
The President has ordered a Commission of Inquiry to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The visit follows the President's visit on 27 October to the family of the second missing serviceman, Denis Oredy, at Anse Aux Pins.
The Seychelles Defence Forces formally ended search operations in October after exhausting all available resources, including specialised assistance from the French Navy. Both servicemen remain officially classified as missing persons.
The thoughts and prayers of the President and the people of Seychelles remain with both families.