Five suspects arrested in Kempton Park for hijacking, kidnapping and firearm offences

The EMPD’s Northern Region Task Team, together with Kempton Park precinct officers and Gauteng traffic wardens, arrested five suspects on August 27 in connection with a hijacking, kidnapping, and possession of an unlicensed firearm.

According to City of Ekurhuleni spokesperson Zweli Dlamini, officers acted on information about a victim who had been hijacked and kidnapped by five men travelling in a white Toyota Corolla Quest.

“While patrolling the area, officers spotted the vehicle dropping off the victim in Kempton Park. One suspect attempted to flee on foot but was swiftly apprehended,” said Dlamini.

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The arrested suspect cooperated with officers and led them to Isando, where a hijacked Scania truck was recovered.

Three more suspects were found nearby, along with the truck and the Corolla Quest that matched the description of the vehicle used in the kidnapping.

“The suspects further informed officers about a fifth accomplice carrying a firearm.

“Officers proceeded to the address provided, where the suspect attempted to escape but was caught. He was found in possession of a black 9mm pistol,” Dlamini added.

During the operation, officers also confiscated seven vehicle registration plates, six driving licences, three passports, four pairs of gloves, three reflective jackets, three work suits, four different car keys, and two SAPS dockets believed to have been unlawfully obtained.

The suspects, aged between 29 and 42, were detained at Kempton Park Police Station.

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They face charges of possession of a hijacked vehicle, illegal possession of a firearm, kidnapping, and possession of stolen property.

They were expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court. At the time of going to print, no court outcome was available.