By OBAKENG MAJE
3 November 2026 – An accused, Boikanyo Kealeboga Modise (39) was arrested by the Provincial Anti-Gang Visible Policing Unit, Brits Crime Prevention, Hartbeespoortdam K9, Provincial Crime Intelligence and the Provincial Anti-Corruption Unit, during an intelligence-driven operation for possession of suspected stolen livestock in Dikhuting village,near Taung. Modise briefly appeared before the Taung Magistrate’s Court on 29 October 2026.
The North West police spokesperson, Captain Majang Skalkie said his next court appearance is on 3 November 2026, for a bail application. Skalkie said Modise was remanded in custody.
“Investigation continues,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Arthur Adams said: “We do not make empty promises, but respond to the challenges that are facing the South African Police Service (SAPS).
“Just on Friday, the team that was deployed by the management of the SAPS in North West across small towns leading to Taung, made a huge breakthrough.”
Adams further said they have arrested two suspects belonging to the notorious family allegedly involved in stock-theft. He added that a number of livestock such as goats, sheep and cattle have been seized including firearms.
“The police have also recovered some vehicles and we do not just go around and broadcast to everyone what we are busy with. We go back to the drawing board, look at what are the challenges and respond diligently.
“We have received calls of appreciation from farmers. Actually, this is just the beginning and we will not relent until we are satisfied that the scourge of stock-theft is brought under control,” said Adams.
He said they will continue to work with various stakeholders such as farming communities, security services companies, including law-abiding citizens to ensure that perpetrators are being arrested.
