De Deur, 14 June 2024 — A significant breakthrough has been made in a high-value livestock theft case after cattle worth nearly R500,000 were recovered in De Deur.
The incident came to light early Thursday morning when a local commercial farmer arrived at the De Deur police station to report a chilling scene discovered on his property.
Upon waking, the farmer found his cattle kraal empty and his herdsman’s quarters abandoned.
Bloodstains on the floor suggested a violent struggle had taken place.
In response to the urgent situation, De Deur police swiftly assembled a team, including the specialized “Eye on the Sky” unit, members of the Stock Theft Task Force, and local Crime Prevention officers.
Their coordinated efforts led them to a nearby plot where they discovered not only the stolen cattle but also other stolen vehicles.
Speaking to Sedibeng Ster, Sedibeng cluster police spokesman, Captain Teboho Lephoto, provided a detailed account of the operation.
“Our search efforts, conducted with meticulous precision, led us to a plot where the cattle and several stolen vehicles were located. Unfortunately, the site was deserted upon our arrival.”
“Suspect are still at large and sought by the Police. Anyone 592with information should call 08600 10111 or contact De Deur police station on 016 590 9200,” he said.
