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Media Statement
POTCHESTROOM – The fight against hijackings gained success when three suspects were arrested and remanded in custody upon appearance in the Ventersdorp Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 06 August 2024. The suspects were arrested on Sunday morning, 04 August 2024, along the N14 road near Ventersdorp. It is alleged that a motorist was driving along the N14 when the driver of a silver Toyota Corolla with a blue light on the dash board attempted to stop him. The motorist was allegedly pointed with a firearm, but did not stop. Shortly after the incident, he saw traffic officers and reported the incident to them. The traffic officers stopped the Toyota Corolla and the trio was apprehended and handed over to the police. The accused; Raymond Malefo (44), Jim Masingi (47) and Patrick Masemola (63) who are all from Mamelodi, are facing charges of attempted hijacking, pretending to be police officer and unlawful possession of a firearm. They are expected to make a second court appearance on Wednesday, 14 August 2024. Investigations into the matter are underway and we cannot rule out the possibility of linking the suspects with similar crimes previously committed in the area. The Provincial Commissioner of North West, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena lauded the traffic officers for their swift response that led to the arrest. Ends
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