The Ekurhuleni West Cluster Task Team recently recovered two hijacked vehicles in Katlehong.
The Volkswagen and Dodge, which were reportedly hijacked in Alberton and Booysens respectively, were discovered at a house in Moleleki Extention Two.
“Officers were in the area following a lead when they discovered the Volkswagen at a house in Moleleki.
“While investigating, two occupants in the Dodge arrived,” explained Capt Mega Ndobe, the corporate communications officer for the Katlehong police.
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When the driver of the vehicle saw the police he allegedly sprung from the vehicle and disappeared on foot.
A 23-year-old woman was left inside the vehicle.
She was arrested and charged with the possession of a hijacked motor vehicle. She is expected to appear in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court soon.
“Officers are still searching for the suspect who fled the scene,” said Ndobe.
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