Quick activation of information by SAPS Kwanobuhle led to the arrest of four suspects, two males both 24 and two females both 19 on Saturday 25 November 2023 in Kariega.
It is alleged that on Saturday at approximately 04:30, the driver of a VW T-Cross, was blocked by a white Ford Lazer in Mtuze Street, Ikamvelihle, Motherwell. The complainant was robbed of his vehicle, cell phone, wallet and cash, by three suspects, one was armed with a firearm. The suspects drove off with his vehicle and with the assistance from the community the hijacking was reported to the SAPS.
On abovementioned date at approximately 09:00, SAPS Kwanobuhle was busy with patrols in the area when an alert was circulated of a hijacked VW T-Cross that was hijacked in Ikamvelihle. While in Mondile Road, Kwanobuhle they spotted the VW T-Cross and in an attempt to stop the vehicle the suspects fled and lost control of the vehicle. The driver hit the verge of the road and stopped.
Four suspects were arrested on charges of hijacking and possession of hijacked motor vehicle. The suspects will appear in the Kwanobuhle Magistrates’ court on Monday 27 November 2023.
