By OBAKENG MAJE
The three suspects aged 21, 27 and 47, were arrested for possession of suspected stolen property. This comes after the police in Wrenchville who were conducting stop and search actions, received a tip-off regarding suspected stolen copper cables at a dumping site.
The suspects were allegedly loading copper cables onto a truck.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Col Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said the police operationalised the information.
“They allegedly caught three suspects loading copper cables with an estimated value of R112 684 onto a truck. The police seized the copper cables and a Tata truck.
“A Nissan bakkie believed to be used in the commission of a crime, was also confiscated. The suspects are expected to appear in court soon.
“The investigation continues. The policing of crimes relating to the tampering of essential infrastructure and theft of essential infrastructure remains a priority in the province and will be addressed vigorously,” he said.
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