The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has applauded the members of the Task Team for their meticulous investigation that led to the arrest of two suspects believed to be part of a group allegedly responsible for the armed robbery and attempted murder that took place at a diesel depot in Louis Trichardt on Saturday 7 May 2022 at about 19:00, where a 43-year-old employee was shot and injured and fuel worth R5,5 million stolen.
All other four employees were locked in other rooms separately, robbed cellphones and tied with cable ties.
A company driver at the premises was found shot and was taken to hospital in critical condition. About six trucks came in and filled up diesel.
“The excellent cooperation between the police and community members including security companies which resulted in this major breakthrough is highly commendable, concluded Lieutenant General Hadebe.
Police have opened cases of attempted murder, reckless and negligent driving and possession of unlawful firearm and ammunition, armed robbery and possession of suspected stolen properties.
The suspects will soon appear before the different magistrates courts.
Police request the owner of the depot in Vaal Mr William Macholo to avail himself at the nearest Police Station as it is believed that he can assist with investigations.
The search for remaining suspects continues.
Anyone with information is requested to contact Lieutenant Colonel Richard Boshomane on 0798945501 or call the toll free number 0860010111 or may contact the nearest police station.
Police investigations are continuing.
