Picture: Five suspected stolen cows recovered by police/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
Three suspects aged between 29 and 39 are expected to briefly appear at Taung Magistrate’s Court for being in possession of suspected stolen cattle. The North West police spokesperson in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen said, on 14 April 2023, police in Reivilo were busy conducting patrols and whilst on patrol, received information about a bakkie loaded with five cattle traveling from Taung toward Reivilo.
Van Rooyen said, the police immediately followed up on the information and located the white bakkie with a trailer loaded with the cattle as indicated.
“The vehicle was stopped and searched. On closer inspection, it was found that the cows had various new brand marks. The suspects with the vehicle and cattle were taken to Reivilo Police Station for further investigation.
“The original brand mark was found and the ownership of the livestock was located and confirmed. A case of possession of suspected stolen livestock was opened and the three suspects were arrested,” she said.
Van Royeen said, the rightful owner positively identified four cows, which were handed back to him. She said the vehicle used in the commission of the crime was seized and the fifth cow was taken to the police pound.
Meanwhile, the acting District Police Commissioner, Colonel Mothusiemang Kgwenyape commended Detective Sergeant Buyani Sereetsi for his meticulous investigation, which led to the arrest. Kgwenyape also acknowledged and highly appreciated the security officers, who provided the information as well as the police who reacted swiftly to the information provided, which ensured the arrests of the suspects.
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