ATM bombing foiled, 7 arrested in North West

Authorities in Klerksdorp arrested suspects in connection with an ATM bombing before the crime was even committed.

March 3, 2026
Liezl Scheepers Less than a minute
The scene where seven suspects planned to bomb an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) in Klerksdorp CBD. Photo: Supplied

Members of the Special Task Force, Hawks’ Tactical Operations Management Section and other role-players arrested seven suspects aged 30 to 58 in Klerksdorp who were planning to bomb an Automated Teller Machine (ATM).

Parys Gazette reports that their arrest this morning follows information received by the Hawks about the planned ATM bombing. The members acted swiftly and arrested the suspects before committing the crime.

The firearms and explosives that were recovered. Photo: Supplied

According to Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale, a rifle, pistol and explosives were recovered.

The suspects will be charged with possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, conspiracy to commit crime and possession of suspected stolen motor vehicle.

They will appear in the Klerksdorp Magistrates’ Court soon.

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March 3, 2026
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Liezl Scheepers

Liezl Scheepers is editor of the Parys Gazette, a local community newspaper distributed in the towns of Parys, Vredefort and Viljoenskroon. As an experienced community journalist in all fields for the past 30 years, she has a passion for her community, and has been actively involved in several community outreach projects as part of Parys Gazette's team.
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