Vehicle theft syndicate arrested.
Cape Town - Three suspects allegedly part of a vehicle theft syndicate are expected to appear in court this week after they were busted by cops in the Cape Town CBD.
Mayco member for safety and security, JP Smith, said the trio were caught as Law Enforcement officers chased them through the Company’s Garden on Monday after their vehicle was spotted entering the CBD.
"Working in conjunction with the Central Improvement District, members picked up on the suspicious behaviour of a vehicle entering the area. After testing the vehicle, it was discovered to be riding around with false number plates. A chase ensued, with the occupants fleeing on foot into the Company’s Garden. Additional members responded and surrounded the area, trapping the suspects inside while a manhunt was convened. Locating the suspects, a scuffle ensued as the suspects tried desperately to avoid capture."
He said with all three suspects captured, officers discovered an assortment of tools used for vehicle theft, including remote jamming devices and various false number plates.
"With all evidence seized along with the suspects vehicle, everything was handed over to the SAPS Investigating Officer for further investigation and prosecution."
The trio, aged between 21 and 28, were arrested on various charges as Smith said one of them was linked to a similar case in Muizenberg.
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