Central SA
Three suspects arrested after a residential burglary in Tempe─── ZENANDE MPAME 10:12 Mon, 07 Aug 2023
The trio was arrested for possession of suspected stolen vehicles as well as possession of suspected stolen property on Saturday (5/8).
They will be appearing in the Bloemfontein Magistrate's Court soon.
“A Toyota Fortuner and a Silver Toyota Hilux were taken during a house burglary at the Tempy Army Base on Friday (4/8). Members of the Bloemfontein Flying Squad were activated to be on the lookout,” said Free State police spokesperson, Mahlomola Kareli.
An army officer discovered that his residence had been broken into, some things stolen, and two of his vehicles had also been taken when he got home on Saturday morning.
The Toyota Hilux which was stolen. Photo: SAPS
The Parkweg Bike Squad assisted the Flying Squad members and stopped the Hilux in the Navalsig area with three males aged between 32 and 38 years old.
Members found clothing, fishing gear, and appliances when they searched the car.
The Toyota Fortuner which was stolen. Photo: SAPS
A white Toyota Fortuner was also stolen from the home and was found parked in the Park Road area with other stolen goods inside.
