A 29-year-old suspect was arrested by a team comprising of Middleburg Flying Squad, Mpumalanga Tracking Team and a Tracking company after he was found in possession of a reportedly stolen vehicle yesterday, Thursday 11 July 2024.
Members responded to a call whereby the tracking company picked up the signal of a Toyota Hilux Club Cab, which was reported stolen in Putfontein after it drove past Middleburg Toll Plaza.
Members quickly responded to the call. The vehicle was stopped at Vandyksdrift off ramp in Middleburg, where the lone driver was questioned about the ownership of the vehicle.
The suspect was unable to provide satisfactory explanation on how he got hold of the vehicle.
Further investigation revealed that the vehicle was reported stolen this month, July 2024.
The suspect was arrested for possession of a suspected stolen vehicle. Police cannot rule out the possibility of adding other charges pending further investigation.
The suspect is expected to appear in Middleburg Magistrate’s Court soon.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has commended the partnership displayed by the police and other stakeholders. “It is a pleasure to see our members working positively with other law enforcement agencies as such collaborative efforts will enhance our fight against crime,” said the General.