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Media Statement POLOKWANE – Two male suspects were apprehended in connection with a stolen minibus (Toyota Quantum) during joint patrol duties conducted by the Hoopdal and Cumberland police on Saturday, 07 December 2024. Police were alerted about a white Toyota Quantum suspected to be stolen by unknown male suspects at Lephalale policing area and commenced with a lookout for their arrest. The stolen motor vehicle was positively spotted while traveling between the R510 and Sentrum T-Junction and was immediately stopped. Unexpectedly, one male passenger vacated the minibus and started to roll in front of the police while holding his stomach pretending to be in serious pains. The driver of the motor vehicle was interrogated and alleged that he was taking him to the hospital. The minibus was inspected and positively fitted the description of vehicle reportedly stolen in Lephalale precinct. The duo were immediately placed under an arrest for possession of a stolen motor vehicle. The suspects both aged 31 will appear before the Thabazimbi Magistrate Court soon facing a charge of possession of stolen motor vehicle. Police investigations are continuing. Ends
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