Two arrested in connection with Malamulele Police Station robbery
The two suspects were traced and arrested in Acornhoek in Mpumalanga following a shootout with police.
LIMPOPO – Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the robbery at the Malamulele Police Station in November last year, where heavily armed suspects stormed the police station and stole firearms and ammunition.
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Limpopo police commissioner, Lt Genl Thembe Hadebe commended the team of investigators for their successful arrests.
Provincial police spokesperson, Brig Motlafela Mojapelo said members of the police tracking team received information about suspects at Acornhoek, in Mpumalanga and the two suspects, both aged 32, were arrested over the weekend.
“These criminals were traced at Castino village. The police approached them and they fired shots at the police. A car chase ensued which saw the suspects still opening fire, and the police returned fire. The members managed to corner the suspects and they were found in possession of a pistol, two magazines and ammunition,” confirmed Mojapelo.
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“We appreciate the team for continuing to hit hard on these criminals who continue to undermine the law. We also thank the community for working with the police in providing valuable information that led to these arrests.”
The suspects could be linked with numerous ATM bombings that took place at various places in the province and they are expected to appear in Malamulele Magistrate’s Court this week.
