By BAKANG MOKOTO
18 December 2024- Three suspects aged 24, 30 and 36, were arrested by the police in Barkly West for alleged business robbery Pniel on Tuesday. It is alleged that the suspects entered the shop, robbed the owner a speed point machine and fled the scene in a maroon Toyota vehicle.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said the Barkly West Crime Prevention Unit assisted by the Kimberley Flying Squad, were activated and cornered the vehicle at Lorato Park in Roodepan.
“All three suspects were subsequently arrested with the stolen item. It is believed that the suspects are targeting tuckshops to steal speed points and utilise them in criminality.
“The suspects will appear in the Barkly West Magistrate’s Court soon,” said Sam.
Meanwhile, the Frances Baard District Commissioner, Major General Gabathata Makgari, praised the team for the swift response and ensuring perpetrators of business related crimes are brought to book.
Makgari said the public is encouraged to rate the police efforts in fighting crime by participating in the “RATE OUR SERVICE” online survey to assist the police in improving services and to report criminal activities via the MySAPS App or 08600 10111.
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