Suspected cable thieves caught in the act.
Published: February 12, 2023<< BACK TO NEWS
Suspected cable thieves caught in the act tampering with electricity infrastructure.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's Metro Police has once again made a successful arrest after officers caught three men red-handed tampering with electricity infrastructure and in possession of stolen copper cables in Kempston Road, Gqeberha.
The arrest took place around 1:50am on Sunday, 12 February 2023, as members were busy patrolling in the area.
The Metro Police officers noticed three men tampering with an electricity box and approached them to investigate.
Upon investigation they found the suspects with copper cables in a bag while one of them had a hacksaw in their possession.
NMBM Safety and Security Mayoral Committee Member, Cllr Lawrence Troon has welcomed the arrest and commended the officers for their quick action.
"The suspects were detained at the Algoa Park Police Station on charges of cable theft and infrastructure damage. We welcome these arrests as they mean we are taking away thieves that are crippling service delivery in our City," said MMC Troon.
Members of the public are urged to report any suspected cable theft case by calling NMBM Security Services on 041 508 5576.
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Issued on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality by Media Liaison Officer, Mamela Ndamase. For more information contact 0760254692 or mndamase@mandelametro.gov.za
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