2024/09/23 |
Media Statement POTCHEFSTROOM – Gert Johannes Krieger Roos (40) appeared before the Ventersdorp Magistrates’ Court today for possession of suspected stolen property. He was remanded in custody and will re-appear before the same court on Monday, 30 September 2024. Roos, court appearance stems from an incident reported Saturday morning, 21 September 2024. Intelligence was received that a person possibly stole bee hives in Lichtenburg and was on the way on the R30 road, close to Ventersdorp. Ventersdorp police and Flying Squad were activated, and they found a vehicle pulling a trailer with 28 bee hives at an estimated value of R50 000.00. The driver of the vehicle (Roos) could not account for the bee hives and was arrested. Further investigation identified the lawful owner of the bee hives, which were handed back to him. Linkages to other theft of bee hive cases cannot be ruled out. Investigations into the matter are continuing. The Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, commended the officers for their quick response that led to the apprehension of the perpetrator. Ends
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