
In a daring operation, members of the Westenburg SAPS under Capricorn District recovered a stolen white Ford Ranger bakkie on Monday, 13 January 2025. The incident occurred at approximately 02:03 when police received information about the stolen vehicle driving near Kuschke Secondary school.
A high-speed car chase ensued after police attempted to stop the bakkie, which eventually came to a halt on the R101 public road at Almadal. The suspects fled into the bushes, abandoning the vehicle. Upon searching the bakkie, police discovered a firearm with a large quantity of ammunition.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the stolen Ford Ranger bakkie was initially reported missing in Pretoria North, Gauteng province. The motor vehicle, firearm, and ammunition were confiscated at the scene, and a manhunt has been launched to apprehend the suspects.
Anyone with information that can aid in the investigation is urged to contact Investigating Officer Lieutenant Colonel Dithutle Molepo at 0825658566.