A TOYOTA Corolla Cross that was stolen in Isipingo on August 11 was recovered after a high-speed chase to the outskirts of the town on the same day.

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On the day, Blue Security’s Tactical Command Centre received information regarding a car theft at a property on Fourth Crescent, where around three men were seen tampering with a parked vehicle.

In a statement, Blue Security – Durban said that upon the arrival of Blue Security North’s tactical officers, it was established that a white Toyota Corolla Cross, which was fitted with a tracking device, had been stolen from the property.

“The tracking information indicated that the vehicle was travelling towards the southern sector. Blue Security South tactical officers positioned themselves in the identified area while receiving continuous updates from the tactical command centre. The stolen vehicle was subsequently spotted near Orient Roberts in Isipingo. Members initiated a pursuit as the vehicle travelled through the surrounding areas,” read the statement.

During the pursuit, the fleeing thieves attempted to negotiate a sharp bend but lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a light pole. The men abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot into a nearby rural area, evading arrest.

A search of the abandoned vehicle resulted in the recovery of various tools and equipment believed to be associated with criminal activity. The items remained in the vehicle for processing by the police as part of the investigation.

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