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Three nabbed for business robbery

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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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Three suspects arrested for attempted armed robbery in Reivilo to appear in court

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Picture: Audi A4 vehicle that was allegedly used in commission of crime

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

Three suspects aged 24, 27 and 34, are expected to appear in absentia in the Taung Magistrate’s Court on 8 July 2024, for aggravated robbery. The suspects were arrested by police in Reivilo on Thursday after they attempted to rob a shop owner.

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said the victim was walking to his uncle’s shop when accosted by the suspects, who were driving a white Audi A4 with Northern Cape registration. Funani said one of the five occupants allegedly pointed him with a firearm and robbed him of a black plastic he was carrying.

 “The victim allegedly screamed and called his uncle, who came out with his pistol and fired shots at the vehicle. The victim allegedly managed to take a cover, then took out his firearm and fired shots. One of the suspects died on the scene, while two others managed to flee on foot.

“The police were called and one of the suspects, who allegedly suffered injuries during shooting, was arrested on the scene and transported to the local hospital for medical attention. Following a search conducted around Reivilo, two suspects who managed to flee on foot and were also injured during shooting incident, were found and arrested,” she said.

Funani further said they were also taken to the hospital, where they are under police guard. She added that a search is underway for the fifth suspect.

“Investigations into the matter continue,” said Funani.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, applauded the police for a swift reaction that led to the arrests of the suspects.

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Three suspects in court for attempted robbery

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Picture: Audi A4 vehicle allegedly being used in commission of crime seized

By REGINALD KANYANE

Three suspects aged 24, 27 and 34, are expected to appear in absentia in the Taung Magistrate’s Court on 8 July 2024, for aggravated robbery. The suspects were arrested by police in Reivilo on Thursday after they attempted to rob a shop owner.

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said the victim was walking to his uncle’s shop when accosted by the suspects, who were driving a white Audi A4 with Northern Cape registration. Funani said one of the five occupants allegedly pointed him with a firearm and robbed him of a black plastic he was carrying.

 “The victim allegedly screamed and called his uncle, who came out with his pistol and fired shots at the vehicle. The victim allegedly managed to take a cover, then took out his firearm and fired shots. One of the suspects died on the scene, while two others managed to flee on foot.

“The police were called and one of the suspects, who allegedly suffered injuries during shooting, was arrested on the scene and transported to the local hospital for medical attention. Following a search conducted around Reivilo, two suspects who managed to flee on foot and were also injured during shooting incident, were found and arrested,” she said.

Funani further said they were also taken to the hospital, where they are under police guard. She added that a search is underway for the fifth suspect.

“Investigations into the matter continue,” said Funani.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, applauded the police for a swift reaction that led to the arrests of the suspects.

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