Police have launched a manhunt for Patrick Mbombi, Thabo Moye Makgopa and Javas Mongwe, who escaped from the Letsitele police cells on Monday morning. Photo: Limpopo police
LIMPOPO – Police in the Mopani District have launched an intensive manhunt after three awaiting-trial prisoners escaped from police custody early this morning (June 24).
The escape occurred at around 05:35 from the Letsitele police holding cells.
The suspects, Patrick Mbombi, Thabo Moye Makgopa, and Javas Mongwe, were in custody for murder and are considered armed and dangerous.
Patrick Mbombhi is considered armed and dangerous. Photo: Supplied; Limpopo police.Javas Patrick Monger. Photo: Supplied; Limpopo policeThabo Mmoye Makgopa. Photo: Supplied; Limpopo police
According to the Limpopo police spokesperson, Col Malesela Ledwaba, the trio allegedly overpowered the officers on duty before fleeing on foot.
Authorities are urging anyone with information that could assist in tracking down the suspects to contact Detective Commander Lieutenant Colonel Mavis Shilubane on 082 469 0900, the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, their nearest police station, or report anonymously via the MySAPSApp.
“All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality. Police investigations continue,” his statement read.
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