Police need assistance locating persons of interest for a robbery case
Potchefstroom police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying three persons of interest.
Potchefstroom police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying three persons of interest. Their ages range from 19 to 37, and they speak Sotho. They may be able to assist the police in a robbery reported at midday on Tuesday, 17 January 2023 near Wallis Street in Potchefstroom.
According to police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh, during the incident, two students were allegedly walking, when they were overpowered by suspects and threatened with knives. “They were robbed of cellular phones, cash and their carry bags containing various personal documents,” she said.
Myburgh added that if there is anyone who can assist the police in identifying these persons. are requested to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Victor Gabaekangoe at Potchefstroom Detectives on the following number Cell: 082 378 2890 / (018) 299 7436. Furthermore you can contact your local police station or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the My SAPS App from your smartphone.
