Police crack down on copper cable theft near Kuruman
The SAPS in the Northern Cape has successfully confiscated suspected stolen copper cables.
Image: Supplied / SAPS
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Northern Cape has successfully confiscated suspected stolen copper cables with an estimated street value of R250,000 from a farm near Kuruman.
The operation was conducted on June 24, 2025, as part of an inter-provincial cross-border operation.
According to reports, the SAPS Provincial Second-Hand Goods Office, in collaboration with other units and stakeholders, responded swiftly to information received about the presence of suspected stolen copper cable on the premises. Upon arrival, officers discovered several bags of copper cable, and a case of damage to essential infrastructure was opened.
Although no arrests have been made at this stage, police investigations are ongoing.
Additionally, officers found more bags containing copper cable, with an estimated street value of R30,000. The day-to-day manager of the premises was issued a R3,500 fine for contravening the Second-Hand Goods Act.
Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola, the Provincial Commissioner of the Northern Cape, commended all stakeholders involved for their dedication to protecting essential infrastructure.
The SAPS urges the public to report any information relating to similar crimes by contacting SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or using the MySAPS app.
Stolen copper cables with an estimated street value of R250,000 from a farm near Kuruman.
Image: Supplied / SAPS
The South African Police Service in the Northern Cape has successfully confiscated suspected stolen copper cables with an estimated street value of R250,000 from a farm near Kuruman.
Image: Supplied / SAPS