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Stealing petrol from a pipeline turned out bad for thieves

Ogies police spokesperson confirmed the trailer was seized by the police and is in their possession.

A video of a truck that was used by criminals to steal petrol is circulating on social media.

It is believed the stolen petrol is from a Transnet pipeline on a plot in the Kendal area.

The trailer of the truck caught fire while loading the petrol. 

Constable Bhekuyise Ziqubu from Ogies Police has confirmed the trailer was seized and a case of tampering with essential infrastructure is being investigated by them.

See video below (credit to Vehicle Trackers): https://twitter.com/VehicleTrackerz/status/1632724611514105856

 

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