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Media Statement NELSPRUIT – Police in Acornhoek arrested a pastor, his driver, and four other people yesterday, Thursday 07 November 2024, for possession of reported stolen vehicle. Members were conducting routine patrol near Klaserie Dam when they spotted a vehicle with six occupants coming from the Dam. The vehicle had only one registration plate in front. Members conducted an investigation on the suspicious vehicle, and it was established that the vehicle, a Toyota Corolla, was reported stolen at Maake SAPS in Lipompo Province back in 2011. According to information, the 42-year-old pastor claimed ownership of the vehicle and indicated that he bought the vehicle from a private seller in Acornhoek. He further indicated that he requested the 26-year-old driver to accompany him with the four members from his congregation, aged between 20 and 31 years, to the Dam for rituals. All six people were arrested for possession of a reported stolen vehicle. The vehicle was seized for further investigation. The suspects are expected to appear before Acornhoek Magistrate’s Court today. The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has commended members for the recovery. Major General Mkhwanazi also warned community members to buy vehicles from registered dealers or verify with the authorities before buying vehicles from private sellers.
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