Police re-arrest two convicts who escaped from Kuruman Correctional Services

NORTHERN CAPE – On Sunday, 26 January 2020, the determination of members from Kimberley POPS, Kimberley Flying Squad, Kimberley Detectives, Kuruman K9 unit, the Kuruman Neighbourhood Watch and personnel from Kuruman Correctional Services led to the re-arrested of convicts, namely Nico De Koker and Tlotlo Ntwayagae. The two convicts escaped on Friday, 24 January 2020 from the Kuruman Correctional facility.

Nico de Koker was arrested on Saturday, 25 January 2020 at approximately 18:45 while at a hiking spot close to the Kuruman Correctional facility. Tlotlo Ntwayagae was apprehended on Sunday, 26 January 2020 at his girlfriend’s house while hiding under the bed.

The Provincial Head of Operational Response Services, Brigadier Monica Sebili applauded the members for their determination in re-arresting the two convicts and ensuring that they are re-incarcerated.