By BAKANG MOKOTO
North West police are investigating a livestock-theft case after five cows were allegedly stolen in a grazing camp in Piet Plessis near Ganyesa. According to the North West police spokesperson in the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster, Sgt Tryphosa van Rooyen, the incident took place on Tuesday, where a case of stock-theft was opened.
“A case of stock-theft was reported to the Piet Plessis police, where five charolais cattle were stolen from a grazing camp. On Thursday, one of the farmers in the Piet Plessis area provided the police with information regarding a stock theft.
“The police in Piet Plessis acted immediately following the information up and with the assistance of the farmer, they managed to track down the suspected vehicle. Upon arrival at the scene, the suspects fled and abandoned the vehicle,” van Rooyen said.
She further said the police allegedly found five cows inside the white minibus taxi. Van Rooyen added that upon investigation, it was found that the cows which were found, had been reported stolen on 29 March 2022.
“The investigation continues and anyone with information that can assist the investigation can contact Warrant Officer Obakeng Kegakilwe on 082 057 1992,” she said.
Meanwhile, the acting District Commissioner, Brigadier Tshenolo Tlotleng commended the Piet Plessis police for their swift response as well as the farmer who assisted with information. He stated that, it is only when the community members and police join forces that they can win the fight against crime.
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