Scrap metal dealer arrested with alleged stolen goods in Jan Kempdorp

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Northern Cape
 

KIMBERLEY – In an endeavour to address damage to essential infrastructure in the province, a multi-disciplinary team executed an operation in Jan Kempdorp.

The police followed up on information and pounced on the owner of a scrap metal business in Jan Kempdorp on Tuesday, 11 March 2025 at about 09:00 and arrested him for being in possession of the stolen property.

The SAPS Provincial Firearms, Liquor and Second Hand Goods unit with Provincial Organized Crime, Essential Infrastructure Task Team and the Jan Kempdorp SAPS Designated Second-Hand Goods Officer searched the premises and found copper cable, copper pipes, solar panels and flood lights worth approximately R30 000-00.

The 70-year-old male suspect will appear in the Jan Kempdorp Magistrates Court soon.

The SAPS appreciated the information shared and encourages the public to continue to be their ears and eyes as Essential Infrastructure crimes remains one of our priorities.

The community can contact the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or utilize the MySAPS App. All information will be treated confidentially.

“Say no to stolen goods!”

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