THE Durban Metro Police Service’s Bicycle Unit and Tracing Unit recorded a significant operational success following intelligence-driven actions targeting a motor vehicle theft and carjacking syndicate operating in the Durban CBD and beachfront areas.

Berea Mail has previously covered multiple incidents of car theft, especially along the beachfront, raising an alarm among residents and tourists.

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“Acting on information received, officers intercepted a suspicious vehicle after the driver attempted to evade police by fleeing and disregarding traffic laws. The vehicle was successfully stopped, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects,” said Superintendent Boysie Zungu of Metro Police.

During the operation, officers reportedly recovered suspected break-in implements, live ammunition and additional exhibits linked to vehicle theft syndicate activities

“Further intelligence led to follow-up operations across multiple areas, resulting in additional arrests for obstructing police investigations and defeating the ends of justice. The suspects are also linked to recent vehicle theft cases reported in Durban,” added Zungu.

He said the suspects were charged with a string of offences, including possession of break-in implements, possession of property suspected to be stolen, illegal possession of ammunition, defeating the ends of justice, disregarding police instructions, and obstructing officers in the execution of their duties.

The investigation is reportedly ongoing.

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