Two arrested for alleged house robbery in Potch
The complainant’s goods which included a red jacket, black face mask, two cell phones, house keys and remote control were found in possession of the accused.
Two alleged house robbers were remanded in custody after appearing before the Potchefstroom Magistrates Court on Monday, 22 August for house robbery.
Ashley Houkins (22) and Jade Hansie (28) were arrested for house robbery committed at a certain house in Potchefstroom on Thursday, 18 August 2022. The duo allegedly pointed the owner with a gun and robbed him of two laptops and cell phones.
After an intensive investigation, a blue Chevrolet Spark vehicle was found at a parking area in front of a bottle store, which was linked with the robbery.
“The driver and his accomplice were arrested. The complainant’s goods which included a red jacket, black face mask, two cell phones, house keys and remote control were found in possession of the accused,” added NW police spokesperson, Capt. Aafje Botma.
Both accused are expected to reappear at the same court on Monday, 29 August 2022.
