By REGINALD KANYANE
18 March 2026 – A wanted suspect was arrested by the police in Mahikeng during a routine operation conducted at a local taxi rank. On 17 March 2026, the police were conducting their normal crime prevention duties when they identified and apprehended a suspect who was wanted in connection with a previous criminal case of residential burglary, which occurred in Mahikeng on 14 April 2018.
The North West police spokesperson, Captain Majang Skalkie said the suspect was positively linked with fingerprints and will be profiled to determine any possible links to other cases. Skalkie said the suspect was arrested and detained.
“He is expected to appear before Mahikeng Magistrate’s Court soon,” she said.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, applauded the police for their vigilance and committed to ensuring that wanted suspects were brought to book.
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