Taxi association offices and vehicles burnt in Limpopo

Police in Bolobedu, Limpopo have launched a massive manhunt for unknown suspects who burnt an office building and cars worth more than R2 million in Kgapane on Saturday.

The office building and vehicles belonged to a local taxi association, according to Perfect Radio.

HOW THE SUSPECTS BURNT THE PROPERTY

A 32-year-old Security Officer was on duty at the premises when he observed fire in the yard, according to information received from Limpopo SAPS spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba. He moved on to explore further and saw that the office buildings, as well as the vehicles parked in the yard, were on fire.

The on-duty officer quickly reported to the police and members of the Emergency Fire Brigade, who were able to put out the fire.

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POLICE LAUNCH MANHUNT IN BOLOBEDU

The motive for the incident, which has left residents in shock, is currently unknown at this stage. Bolobedu police have opened a case of malicious damage to property.

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“Anyone with information that can assist the police is urged to contact the Branch Commander Lieutenant Colonel Marius Botha on 082 469 2937 or crime stop number 0860010111 or nearest police station or MySAPSApp. “

Colonel Malesela Ledwaba

TAXI VIOLENCE IN LIMPOPO

During the month of February, in an apparent taxi violence episode, a cab owner was shot and killed in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo. on that day, a group of suspects arrived at the taxi rank on foot at about 17:20 and started firing shots. Some of them threw stones at the taxis.

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