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Hitchhikers are targeted, kidnapped and ransom demanded from their relatives. Organised Crime, along with Crime Intelligence (CI) are following leads to catch the syndicate behind these kidnappings.
Several incidents of kidnapping have been registered throughout Lejweleputswa District police stations. Apparently hitchhikers are given lifts and kidnapped along the way.
According to the police report, these kidnappers are usually three African men speaking isiZulu and Sesotho. After kidnapping their victims, these men demand ransom and instruct that the money be paid into the victim’s bank account.
Lejweleputswa police spokesperson, Captain Stephen Thakeng, has warned hitchhikers to avoid the following hiking spots: Joe Mine adjacent to Beatrix Mine, Allanridge hiking spot in R30 road, Jazz Corner in Odendaalsrus, Harmony Mine in Virginia and Manny’s in Welkom, Jan Hofmeyer road.
The police request anyone who may have information regarding these kidnappers to contact detective captain Tieho Flyman of Provincial Organised Crime on 0825362683. Alternatively the police emergency number 0860010111 may be used.
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