2024/10/29 |
Media Statement MPUMALANGA – A 41-year-old Bangladesh national was arrested by the Secunda based Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation, on Monday, 28 October 2024, as an additional accused in a possession of suspected stolen property case. His arrest followed after further investigation revealed his involvement with his brother, who was initially apprehended. His brother Mezan Mohammed (30) was arrested on Friday, 25 October 2024 for possession of suspected stolen property worth over R500 000.00. On Friday, 25 October 2024 information was received by the Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation, regarding a truck that was offloading stock at a farm in Leslie. Members followed up the information. Upon arrival at the farm, they noticed a truck offloading goods. Members proceeded to the main building where a large quantity of goods were found. Goods inclusive of food items and cleaning detergent in boxes were confiscated. A white Hino truck was also seized. The first accused, Mezan Mohammed made his first appearance before the Leslie Magistrates Court on Monday, 28 October 2024. The matter was postponed to Friday 01 November 2024 The second accused is expected to appear before the Leslie Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 29 October 2024. Investigation continues. Ends
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