Three suspects were arrested by members of the SAPS Visible Policing Unit in Prieska for being in possession of suspected stolen Telkom batteries worth approximately R15,000.
THREE suspects were arrested by members of the SAPS Visible Policing unit in Prieska after they were found in possession of suspected stolen Telkom batteries valued at around R15,000 on November 25.
Northern Cape police spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Sergio Kock said the officers were conducting Safer Festive Season operations in the CBD in Prieska on Monday, at around 3pm, when Crime Prevention Unit members spotted three suspicious-looking men carrying boxes and a backpack.
“The police stopped and searched the suspects and recovered 30 Telkom batteries that were allegedly stolen at a nearby Telkom building,” said Kock.
He added that the suspects, who were between the ages of 20 to 30 years old, were arrested.
“They are expected to appear in the Prieska Magistrate’s Court soon on charges of possession of suspected stolen goods.
“The police will intensify operations and have more boots on the ground during the festive season and beyond,” Kock assured.
