By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
Three men briefly appeared at Taung Magistrate’s Court for being in possession of copper cable with an estimated street value of R151 000. Thabang Kgalapa (33), Letlhogonolo Selaledi (34) and Kenneth Chauke (35), were arrested by the police in Pudimoe after they were allegedly seen cutting Telkom cables.
The North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said the police rushed to the scene after receiving a tip-off. Myburgh said on arrival, the police found three men and the copper cable loaded on a Mercedes Benz truck.
“The accused informed the police during questioning that they were sub-contractors and instructed by Telkom to remove old cables and install new ones. However, they could not produce documentary proof to this effect and were taken to the police station for further questioning.
“Furthermore, the police contacted Telkom, who denied the allegations of contractors. The suspects were apprehended and charged with tampering with essential infrastructure. They initially appeared before the Taung Magistrate’s Court on 14 May 2024,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, welcomed the arrest and subsequent appearance of the suspects in court. Kwena also thanked all the members involved for their dedication and quick response, which led to the arrests.
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