2025/02/23 |
Media Statement GQEBERHA – SAPS Bethelsdorp apprehended two suspects, confiscated two motor vehicle and recovered 17 pallets of cement after they followed up on information on Saturday 22 February 2025 in Extension 32, Bethelsdorp. It is alleged that on abovementioned date at approximately 12:50, SAPS Bethelsdorp received information of suspects attempting to sell suspected stolen property (bags of cement) at a hardware store in Barberry Drive, Extension 32, Bethelsdorp. Without any hesitation, this information was operationalized. While performing their duties, the members observed a silver Suzuki Electra driving into the parking area, followed by a big truck with two trailers carrying 7 pallets of cement on the trailer followed by another Hyundai motor vehicle. After further investigation, the members arrested the two drivers of the vehicles aged 32 and 41 on charges of theft and possession of suspected stolen property. The cement was stolen from a cement company in Coega with an estimated value of R66 300-00. The members further confiscated the motor vehicles for further investigation. Both suspects will appear in the Motherwell Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 24 February 2025 on charges of theft and possession of suspected stolen property. Ends
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