Police arrested two suspcts on Friday in Delft, aged 28 and 31, for their alleged involvement in the illegal sale and distribution of electricity obtained through fraudulent means from Eskom.
Acting on a tip-off, the police, led by Lieutenant Colonel Siyabulela Vukubi, discovered that the suspects had managed to gain access to Eskom meter numbers and had successfully purchased 600 units of electricity on three separate occasions.
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During the most recent transaction, the police apprehended the first suspect.
Further investigations led to the identification and subsequent arrest of the second suspect, who is believed to be connected to the same criminal organization.
Importantly, this operation also resulted in the recovery of funds that belonged to the state.
“Once charged, both suspects will appear in the Bellville Magistrate’s Court on Monday,” stated Vukani.
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This successful operation was conducted through a collaborative effort involving the Hawks’ serious organized crime investigation, crime intelligence, and private investigation.
Major General Makgato, the Provincial Head of the Hawks in Western Cape, commended the dedicated members involved in the operation and encouraged the public to report any similar criminal activities to the authorities.
Police arrested two suspcts on Friday in Delft, aged 28 and 31, for their alleged involvement in the illegal sale and distribution of electricity obtained through fraudulent means from Eskom.
Acting on a tip-off, the police, led by Lieutenant Colonel Siyabulela Vukubi, discovered that the suspects had managed to gain access to Eskom meter numbers and had successfully purchased 600 units of electricity on three separate occasions.
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During the most recent transaction, the police apprehended the first suspect.
Further investigations led to the identification and subsequent arrest of the second suspect, who is believed to be connected to the same criminal organization.
Importantly, this operation also resulted in the recovery of funds that belonged to the state.
“Once charged, both suspects will appear in the Bellville Magistrate’s Court on Monday,” stated Vukani.
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This successful operation was conducted through a collaborative effort involving the Hawks’ serious organized crime investigation, crime intelligence, and private investigation.
Major General Makgato, the Provincial Head of the Hawks in Western Cape, commended the dedicated members involved in the operation and encouraged the public to report any similar criminal activities to the authorities.