Manufacturing fake documents, certificates, Kwanobuhle man arrested

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By Samantha Allen

Published: March 11, 2022 | 9:34 AM

A 38-year-old Kwanobuhle man was arrested, during a successful sting operation that was initiated by the Uitenhage Commercial Crimes Task Team, at his residence in Zolile Nogcasi Road, Kwanobuhle on Wednesday, 9 March 2022 on charges ranging from fraud, forgery and uttering.

Information was received from a trustworthy source that the suspect was manufacturing and supplying fake documents at an affordable price.

False documents such as ID’s, National Senior Certificates, motor vehicle license disks, etc. could allegedly easily be obtained from the suspect without any questions being asked. Police raided the premises on 9 March 2022 and confiscated various hard drives, cellphones and stacks of documents believed to be forged.

The 38-year-old suspect, Mzoxolo Zenani appeared in the Kwanobuhle magistrate’s court on Thursday, 10 March 2022 on the said charges.

It is alleged that the business was operating since 2019. The accused was released on R300-00 bail with strict conditions and the case was remanded for further investigation until 14 April 2022. Investigations are continuing.

Anyone who has information about crime can contact any police station, 10111 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Callers may remain anonymous and all information will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.