By BAKANG MOKOTO
Two waiting trial detainees, who allegedly escaped from lawful custody at Wolmaranstad Police Station on 13 August 2022, were re-arrested Last night. The North West police spokesperson, Capt Aafje Botma said Gomolemo Chacha (24) and Ditshebi Eric Molaetsi (28), escaped together with six other awaiting trial detainees after overpowering a police officer.
“The incident happened at around 16:20 on 13 August 2022. They then took the cell key from the member and ultimately escaped. At the time of escape, the detainees were among others, facing charges of armed robbery, murder, burglary, and domestic violence.
“Six of the detainees were re-arrested between 13 and 14 August 2022, while Chacha and Molaetsi were nabbed last night,” she said.
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