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By BAKANG MOKOTO
8 June 2026 – The police have registered six criminal cases following an incident that occurred in Lethabong on Friday afternoon, 5 June 2026, during which three employees of a fibre installation company were allegedly attacked by members of the community. The cases under investigation include public violence, attack on the police, assault with intent to cause Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) and kidnapping.
The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh said these include malicious damage to property and robbery with a weapon other than a firearm. Myburgh said according to preliminary information, three employees aged between 31 and 32 years, were allegedly accosted and assaulted by members of the community.
“Two of the victims sustained serious injuries and were transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. It is further alleged that the victims were forcibly detained by community members, resulting in the registration of a kidnapping case. During the incident, the victims were also robbed of their belongings.
“The company vehicle, a Suzuki Swift used by the employees was allegedly set alight and burnt to ashes in front of the Lethabong Police Station,” she said.
Myburgh further said one suspect aged 29, has been arrested in connection with the incident and is expected to appear in court soon. She added that the investigation remains ongoing and further arrests cannot be ruled out.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, condemned all acts of violence, vigilantism, and criminal conduct. Naidoo urged community members to address grievances through lawful channels and to refrain from taking the law into their own hands.
“Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is requested to contact the Station Commander, Captain Lesego Ntsimande on 082 822 3194 or the nearest police station.
Anonymous information can also be communicated via Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or via the MySAPS App on your smartphone,” he said.
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