Latest news with #DoubleCab
The Citizen
09-06-2025
- The Citizen
Breakthrough in search for kidnapped Kamogelo Baukudi
Baukudi was kidnapped in Vereeniging. 19 year old Kamogelo Baukudi was kidnapped in Vereeniging on Thursday. Picture: Saps The South African Police Service (Saps) in the Free State has made a significant breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the kidnapping of 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi. Police spokesperson Brigadier Motantsi Makhele a 42-year-old police sergeant has been taken in for questioning and detained in Bloemfontein. Detention 'The man is expected to appear in court soon in connection with the case'. Provincial Commissioner of Saps in the Free State, Lieutenant General Baile Motswenyane, has reiterated the police's unwavering commitment to uncovering the full truth behind Baukudi's kidnapping. 'This investigation has now entered a crucial phase, said Motswenyane. The involvement of any SAPS member in criminal acts will not be tolerated. Culprits will be held accountable – even if they are within our own ranks'. ALSO READ: Police launch search for teen kidnapped by fake cops in Vereeniging Task team A police task team was established to search for Baukudi, who was kidnapped last week by two suspects impersonating police officers. Baukudi was kidnapped in Vereeniging on Thursday, just before 12pm. Police spokesperson Colonel Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said a complainant identified as Daniel Malebatso arrived at Marti Du Plessis School in Fitchardpark as usual to fetch Baukudi, a Grade 11 pupil at the school. Mathe said the duo left the school premises with Baukudi, driving the Suzuki Ertiga. 'Whilst driving along Vereeniging Drive Erlichpark Extension, Daniel alleges that they heard a siren sound from behind, and they were pulled over by a White Toyota Hilux GD-6 Double Cab. 'Inside the Toyota Hilux, there were two unknown male persons; one wearing police uniform and the other blue tracksuits,' Mathe said. ALSO READ: Gauteng family pleads for safe return of their little daughter Blue lights According to Malebatso, the suspects' bakkie was fitted with blue lights on the grill and what looked like a police radio inside. Mathe said the suspect, wearing a police uniform, confronted Malebatso and informed him that the Suzuki Ertiga they were driving together with Baukudi was suspected of delivering drugs. 'The suspects then separated Daniel and Kamogelo and instructed Daniel to drive at the front whilst they followed from behind to Park Road Police Station. 'Both vehicles turned back and drove in westerly direction in Vereeniging Drive. Daniel alleges that a truck went in-between the Suzuki he was driving and the Toyota Hilux and he never saw it again,' Mathe said. Not found Malebatso told the police that one of the suspects spoke Sesotho fluently and even mentioned the name 'Thipe'. Mathe said Malebatso and Baukudi's mobile phones were found under the bridge on Ferrera Road. Baukudi has not been seen since and the police continues to prioritize his safe return as a matter of urgency. ALSO READ: Police rope in specialised team to probe murder of 14-year-old Lukhona Fose
The Citizen
27-05-2025
- The Citizen
Law enforcement agencies recover valuable stolen Pretoria vehicles
Vehicles reported stolen in Pretoria and Germiston, along with luxury goods, were recovered in Limpopo by the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and police. The vehicles were intercepted while allegedly en route to being smuggled out of the country. Joint Tactical Headquarters Limpopo successfully recovered the luxury vehicles and Adalya Premium Hookah Tobacco (hubbly) with an estimated total value exceeding R2-million Captain Moses Semono from the SANDF said during a routine foot patrol between Echo Station 1 and Sediba sa Tau (Lion's Well), members of the 10 Anti-Aircraft Regiment intercepted a Ford Ranger V6 Double Cab valued at R849 500 and a Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid GR valued at R540 000. 'Upon further investigation with the assistance of Operation 'Vala Umgodi' and Police, it was discovered that the Ford Ranger had been reported stolen in Germiston and the Toyota Corolla Cross in Brooklyn, Pretoria.' Semono said separately, another Toyota Corolla Cross valued at R460 000 was confiscated after being abandoned by suspects in the Limpopo River. 'This vehicle was also found to be stolen from Brooklyn and but is registered to Nestlé South Africa in the North West Province.' Somono said further efforts at the Malala turn-off road, with the support of Kawai Tracker Company, led to the recovery of another Toyota Corolla Cross valued at R561 700. 'The suspects involved fled on foot across the Limpopo River and abandoned the vehicle,' Semono said. He said additionally, at Echo Station 3, members successfully confiscated Adalya Premium Hookah Tobacco (hubbly) assorted flavours valued at R54 500. 'All the recovered vehicles and tobacco have been handed over to the police for further processing.' Commanding officer of Joint Tactical Headquarters Limpopo, Colonel Dikgabane Herold Tladi, expressed his commendation to law enforcement members for their outstanding work. Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Herald
04-05-2025
- The Herald
Fifteen killed, five seriously injured in Eastern Cape crash
A horrific head-on collision involving a minibus taxi and a bakkie claimed the lives of 15 people on the R63 between Adelaide and Maqoma at midnight on Saturday. Provincial transport spokesperson Unathi Binqose said the Toyota Quantum minibus taxi was travelling from Qonce to Cape Town when it collided with the Isuzu Double Cab bakkie. 'The driver of the Double Cab and 13 passengers in the Quantum, including the driver, were declared dead at the scene,' Binqose said. Six people were rushed to hospital, where one later succumbed to injuries, bringing the death toll to 15. Five others sustained serious injuries. An inquest docket has been opened. Daily Dispatch
eNCA
04-05-2025
- eNCA
15 killed in Eastern Cape accident
EASTERN CAPE - Fifteen people have been killed in a head-on collision in the Eastern Cape. Five others sustained injuries. The incident occurred on the R63 road between Adelaide and Maqoma, formerly Fort Beaufort, at midnight. A fully loaded minibus taxi and a bakkie struck each other. The driver of the Double Cab died on the scene. Thirteen passengers in the Quantum, including the driver, were declared dead on the scene. Six injured minibus taxi occupants were rushed to the nearest Provincial Hospital for treatment. One of those injured later succumbed to their injuries. An inquest docket has been opened by police for further investigation. 15 people have been killed in a head-on collision in the Eastern Cape. Five others sustained injuries. The incident occurred on the R63 road between Adelaide and Maqoma, formerly Fort Beaufort, at midnight. More details on #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkEngage — eNCA (@eNCA) May 4, 2025
