Cape Town: Five arrested for stealing cables worth R850k in Durbanville

✔ Fact Checked by TDPel News Desk

By Pelumi Emmanuel

Published: April 6, 2022 | 8:50 AM GMT

The City of Cape Town said the complainant reported possible cable theft on a farm near Fisantekraal, Durbanville.

Law Enforcement officers attached to the Rural Safety Group responded and observed the area with thermal cameras.

The officers saw that the suspects operated in two groups going to and fro to a vehicle each.

“The officers assisted by the SAPS sector commander approached the suspects who upon seeing the officers fled from the scene,” said the City of Cape Town.

The suspects were chased down and five people were arrested – two vehicles and a pair of bolt cutters believed to have been used in the commission of the offence were seized.

The City recovered 19 rolls of 12Kv bare copper overhead electrical cable with an estimated length of 1.2 kilometres in one of the vehicles. The stretch of cable has an estimated value of R850 000.

The five suspects are expected to make a court appearance imminently.

We are taking you to the next article automatically...You can cancel it below or click Load Now to read it now!

About Pelumi Emmanuel

Pelumi Emmanuel is an accomplished writer and journalist with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He is a passionate and dedicated professional who is committed to producing high-quality content that informs, engages, and entertains readers. Pelumi’s love for reading and writing is evident in his work, which has been read worldwide and has garnered him a loyal following. His journalistic expertise is matched only by his natural talent for storytelling, making his articles both informative and engaging. He lives in California, USA.