By Obakeng Maje
Rustenburg- In the fight against burglary, the police in Phokeng arrested suspects who had allegedly been stealing from lodges around Boshoek and the vicinity, says colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.
The suspects were tracked down and arrested on Tuesday at Robega village.
“It is alleged that suspect broke into lodges and stole refrigerators, LCD televisions and other electric appliances. Upon further investigation and a tip-off from the informer, a search was conducted at one of the suspect’s residence where Refrigerators, Computers, LCD television set, DVD player, Sound system amplifiers and electric extension cords were confiscated” colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said.
Obakeng Rapoo,26 and Emideo Ncumbe,33 appeared at the Bafokeng Magistrates’ Court for burglary and theft on Wednesday and their case was remanded until 8 July 2014 for bail application.
Investigation into the matter continues and more arrests are imminent.-TDN
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