The West Rand Trio Task Team released a photograph of a man who they believe could assist in a case of hijacking and robbery in Bekkersdal early in January.
Sergeant Linkie Lefakane, Bekkersdal Police spokesperson said the incident took place at about 8.20 pm on Monday, 6 January.
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“The 28-year-old Uber driver allegedly received a request on his app to pick up two men at Baragwanath in Soweto and drive them to Randfontein. He picked up the pair and as he drove towards Randfontein, he was surprised when they instructed him to turn into the R559. They threatened him with a firearm and instructed to him stop. They covered his head, tied both his hands and threw him into the boot of his car,” Lefakane said.
She added that the assailants later dropped him off in an open veld where a local eventually rescued him.
Lieutenant Colonel Andile Mshani, acting Bekkersdal Police station commander urged motorists to remain vigilant, especially when driving along the R28 and N12.
According to Lefakane, despite many awareness campaigns, hijacking remains one of the prominent cases reported at their police station.
Anyone who might have information about the incident may contact the nearest police station or report the matter to the Bekkersdal Police on 011 755 8040/ 8069; alternatively, contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
