By BAKANG MOKOTO
The Hawks Priority Crime Specialised Investigation team with the assistance of Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU), secured a preservation order of Ford Focus estimated at R48 000 against Jefta Chikwanhadze (36). The order was granted on 4 September 2024, by Kimberley High Court.
The Hawks spokesperson in Northern Cape, Lieutenant Colonel Tebogo Thebe said this follows a tip-off regarding theft of copper cables at Adeisiestad Farm, near Olifanthoek.
“The information was followed up by Upington visible policing and a silver Ford Focus was spotted not far from the farm. Members tried to stop the vehicle, but the driver did not stop.
“A chase ensued and the vehicle was stopped. A search and seizure was conducted on the said vehicle and during the search, copper cables with an estimated street value of R35 000 was recovered,” he said.
Thebe said Chikwanhadze was arrested with his co-accused Joe Mawere Mkanya (32), and they were charged for theft.
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