By BAKANG MOKOTO
Five suspects appeared at the Molopo Magistrate’s Court for truck hijacking on Friday. Kagiso Monsho (31), Tumisang Mosebi (31), Moluki Kitso (36), Tebogo Kaonosi (44), and Onkarabetsi Gaobuse (48) were apprehended by the Mahikeng Flying Squad and Public Order Police (POP) at Lotlhakane village near Mahikeng.
North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said: “The accused were apprehended after they allegedly hijacked a truck delivering liquor. It is alleged that the truck owner became suspicious after the drivers failed to answer their cell-phones.
“The matter was reported to the police and at the same time, the tracker was activated. The truck was eventually found in the bushes along Lotlhakane road. Further investigation into the matter led to the apprehension of the suspects in Dithakong West village after being spotted off-loading liquor from a Nissan bakkie and Toyota Quantum,” Funani said.
She further said the suspects were also found to be in possession of a Uzzi rifle and 11 rounds of ammunition. Funani added that the accused were remanded in custody until their next appearance on 26 August 2020.
“The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena congratulated the members for the rapid response which led to the arrest of the accused, recovery of the truck, liquor and confiscation of an illegal firearm and ammunition,” she concluded.
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