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Arson investigation after fire at Bowker Park Business Centre, Komani

South African Police Service

Arson investigation after fire at Bowker Park Business Centre, Komani
Arson investigation after fire at Bowker Park Business Centre, Komani

Police are investigating a case of arson, following fire that broke out at Bowker Park Business Centre during the early hours on Saturday 12 February 2022

It alleged that at about 03:00, the armed response from a local security company responded to an alarm at the Bowker Park Business Centre, Creamery Road Komani.

At the scene, security officers found most warehouses and some offices engulfed in flames and contacted emergency services for assistance. Among the affected buildings were SAPS Supply Chain Management offices which was also letting at the centre.

The damaged warehouses were keeping stock for furniture stores including vehicles. The damages are estimated around eighty million rands (80 000 000). A case of arson was opened for further investigation.

Police are urging anyone with information that could assist with their investigation to contact Lieutenant Colonel Ntombekaya Mahlanza on 082 319 7944.

The information may also be shared unanimously via Crime Stop number 08600 10 111.

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