Chrissiesmeer police recover 14 stolen sheep
The police urge anyone with information to contact them, as the suspects are still at large.
The Chrissiesmeer SAPS recovered 14 sheep that were reportedly stolen from a farm in the town on Saturday, July 19.
The Mpumalanga police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane, said they is still looking for the suspects.
According to the report, the complainant regularly visits the grazing camp to count his livestock.
However, on Saturday, he realised some were missing and contacted the police immediately.
“When the police arrived at the scene, they found that the fence had been cut. Further investigations led them to Warbutorn, which is about 25km from the farm,” Ndubane said.
There, they found 14 sheep tied up.
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The estimated value of the livestock is R35 000.
“The suspects are still at large, but the police handed the animals over to the owner. We are currently in pursuit of the suspects,” Ndubane said.
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Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Detective Captain Aziz Phiri on 082 556 5861.
Alternatively, members of the public can call the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or send information via My SAPS app.
