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Media Statement KAGISANONG – Members of the Provincial Anti-Gang Unit, based in Bloemfontein, have successfully recovered a hijacked vehicle within 40 minutes after it was hijacked from its owner. Acting on information received regarding a white FIAT that had been hijacked around 10:00 in Rocklands, the dedicated members immediately initiated a lookout for the vehicle. At about 10:35, while conducting patrols in the vicinity, the Anti-Gang Unit members spotted the reported hijacked vehicle. A pursuit ensued, which ended at the intersection of Moseme Street and Thaka Lekwala Street in the Rockland area. Upon noticing police presence, the suspect fled the scene on foot. The members recovered the hijacked vehicle and a manhunt for the driver is underway. A case of hijacking has been opened at Kagisanong Police Station, as reported by the lawful owner of the vehicle. The South African Police Service in the Free State commends the swift response and vigilance of the Provincial Anti-Gang Unit members in the recovery of this hijacked vehicle. Ends
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