in both incidents the suspects drove blue car
The reasons for decline in tourism arrivals in SA
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Two men arrested in connection with kidnap, robbery of German tourist
05 November 2024 - 09:44
Shonisani Tshikalange Reporter
According to police, the suspects allegedly attacked a male German tourist shortly after he withdrew cash from an ATM at a fuel station.
Police in Mpumalanga have arrested two men for allegedly robbing and kidnapping a German tourist in Graskop on Monday.
According to police, the duo allegedly attacked a male German tourist shortly after he withdrew cash from an ATM at a fuel station in the area.
Police spokesperson Col Donald Mdhluli said police were alerted about the incident by a concerned member of the public, leading to a swift response.
“The information provided to police members indicated the suspects were travelling in a Hyundai SUV.
“The men and women in blue were busy with the safer festive season operation and swiftly acted on the intelligence, locating and intercepting the vehicle,” he said.
Mdhluli said the suspects were cornered and arrested in nearby bushes.
He said the tourist was rescued alive but with injuries sustained during the ordeal.
“The vehicle believed to have been used in the commission of the crime has been seized and forms a crucial part of the ongoing investigation. Police are exploring the possibility of additional charges against the suspects, including potential links to other criminal activities involving the same vehicle.”
Mdhluli said preliminary investigations have revealed the vehicle in question was a rented car.
He said investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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05 November 2024 - 09:44
Shonisani Tshikalange Reporter
According to police, the suspects allegedly attacked a male German tourist shortly after he withdrew cash from an ATM at a fuel station.
Police in Mpumalanga have arrested two men for allegedly robbing and kidnapping a German tourist in Graskop on Monday.
According to police, the duo allegedly attacked a male German tourist shortly after he withdrew cash from an ATM at a fuel station in the area.
Police spokesperson Col Donald Mdhluli said police were alerted about the incident by a concerned member of the public, leading to a swift response.
“The information provided to police members indicated the suspects were travelling in a Hyundai SUV.
“The men and women in blue were busy with the safer festive season operation and swiftly acted on the intelligence, locating and intercepting the vehicle,” he said.
Mdhluli said the suspects were cornered and arrested in nearby bushes.
He said the tourist was rescued alive but with injuries sustained during the ordeal.
“The vehicle believed to have been used in the commission of the crime has been seized and forms a crucial part of the ongoing investigation. Police are exploring the possibility of additional charges against the suspects, including potential links to other criminal activities involving the same vehicle.”
Mdhluli said preliminary investigations have revealed the vehicle in question was a rented car.
He said investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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For once the police have reacted swiftly.
I still have my broken finger to remind me of the ordeal. It will never be straight again
I still have my broken finger to remind me of the ordeal. It will never be straight again
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela
The desire for equality must never exceed the demands of knowledge
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