OFM News had earlier reported that the 53-year old Hawkins, who is from Bellville, was visiting her aunt in Parys when she went missing. 

She was last seen on  Wednesday at about 10:50, at the corner of Grens and Bree Street, running barefoot in the direction of the Vaal River.

She will be taken for medical treatment and observation. 

The South African Police Service has thanked all who assisted with information after she was reported missing. 

She will now be reunited with her family.

OFM News