Three men were arrested on Thursday, 20 June, a mere two days after they had targeted a business in Bekkersdal. They were found to be in possession of many stolen items.
According to the police, the perpetrators, who are between the ages of 24 and 40, were arrested after police responded to tip-off about the business burglary.
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“Constables Mpho Khanye and Surprise Mhlongo received a tip-off about persons who had broken into a business and stolen a music system, a plasma TV and a quantity of groceries on Tuesday, 18 June, at approximately 6.30pm,” Sergeant Linkie Lefakane, Bekkersdal police spokesperson said.
Lefakane said the perpetrators were traced to a house in Kgomoeahlaba Street, where the alleged stolen goods were recovered and the arrests were made.
“The three will be charged with business burglary and possession of stolen goods. They are expected to appear before the Westonaria Magistrates’ Court soon,” Lefakane said.
Captain Boitumelo Sigwili, the acting Bekkersdal station commander, commended the members for their swift response and for ensuring that the stolen property was recovered.
