The video shows how the men approached the gate, first trying to lift it off its track, before one proceeds to cut the electrical fencing, whilst his companions kept a lookout.

An approaching vehicle noticed them all pretending to urinate in the adjacent garden. One man really played the part and even took out his penis to convince the waiting motorist that nature was calling.

They even arrogantly gesture with their hands, asking if there’s a problem, before casually strolling off. A R5 000 reward is offered for information that will lead to the whereabouts of the men in the video. Anyone with information can contact Fred Greyling on 083 250 1035.  

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