A swift and successful fireworks compliance inspection, led to the arrest of a cable theft suspect by Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police on Tuesday, 05 November 2024, after the suspect was caught red handed in possession of stolen copper cables hidden in a storeroom.
The arrest ensued after the inspection of a spaza shop at Mtyingizane Street in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage.
Metro Police Acting Commissioner, Advocate Andrew Moses said following the permitted inspection, arrests were made, and a 200-meter copper cable was confiscated. The suspect has been detained at the KwaNobuhle police station.
“The metro police is encouraged by the arrest affected today in KwaNobuhle. The municipality is experiencing high levels of cable theft and this crime undermines the efforts to grow the economy of the city and the region. It impacts greatly on safety and security,” said Metro Police Acting Commissioner.
He applauded operation response members for their keen vigilance.
Community members are urged to join the fight against cable theft by reporting to the 24- hour room on 041 585 1555 or 041 508 5501.
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