Kuils River
cop arrested for house robbery
It’s
understood the policeman & five accomplices gained entry to a Bellville
home in September.
The South
African Police Service (SAPS) in the Western Cape arrested a 38-year-old
constable at the Kuils River police station for house robbery. Picture: SAPS
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CAPE TOWN
– Western Cape police have confirmed the arrest of a Kuils River police
officer, for allegedly robbing a house while off duty.
The robbery took place in Bellville in September this year.
The police official is believed to be one of six uniformed policemen who approached a Chinese national and his wife under false pretences and gained entry into their home.
It’s understood the officer and his accomplices then proceeded to rob the victims of household goods and a vehicle.
The robbery took place in Bellville in September this year.
The police official is believed to be one of six uniformed policemen who approached a Chinese national and his wife under false pretences and gained entry into their home.
It’s understood the officer and his accomplices then proceeded to rob the victims of household goods and a vehicle.
The
police's Thembinkosi Kinana says, “Our investigation into the circumstances of
the matter continues and the possibility of further arrests is not ruled out.”
The
38-year-old policeman is expected to appear in court on Monday.
(Edited by Tamsin Wort)
(Edited by Tamsin Wort)
