Four arrested in Pixley ka Seme stock theft crackdown

FOUR suspects were apprehended on Saturday for possessing livestock and produce believed to be stolen in the Pixley ka Seme District. These arrests come as part of ongoing efforts to combat stock theft in the area, which has long affected both farmers and residents.

The first of the arrests occurred in Victoria West, when police acted swiftly on a tip-off regarding suspected stolen meat stashed at a local address. Upon arriving at the identified residence, officers discovered a slaughtered sheep inside the home. The 40-year-old female occupant could not provide a satisfactory explanation for the presence of the meat, resulting in her arrest for possession of suspected stolen livestock or produce.

In a separate incident in Philipstown, intelligence reports prompted SAPS members to investigate another property. There, they found a 70-year-old man and woman, along with a 35-year-old man, in possession of meat. Like the previous suspect, they were unable to account for the origin of the meat, leading to their immediate arrest.

All four individuals are set to appear in court soon, as authorities continue their crackdown on livestock theft in the region. The local police management thanked the community for their support, highlighting the integral role that public co-operation plays in ensuring safety and security in Pixley ka Seme.

Farmers and livestock owners in the Philipstown and Victoria West areas who are missing animals are urged to report any incidents to their nearest police station. They can also reach out to SAPS Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or contact the police via the MySAPS app. Assurances have been made that all information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.