WATCH | Film prop body causes panic in Westville

Further investigation revealed there had been a camera crew filming on site on Tuesday evening.  

Laatz said the crew left props behind.  

Police were investigating to possibly take action against the crew. 

“It is important to note the waste of resources was uncalled for for this call-out. Various responders, search and rescue, police, paramedics, volunteers were here when their services could have been used for a real emergency.  

“We do not support any form of illegal video recordings,” said Laatz.

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