One person was arrested in Booysens by the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Cable Theft Unit team on Tuesday, 19 July 2022.
He was found stealing locks from an electricity box and tampering with electricity. 18 locks were found in his possession, including a key that is only used by the Energy and Electricity Department.
He was arrested for possession of stolen locks and tampering with essential infrastructure.
The other suspect was arrested by TMPD regional members in Mabopane.
The members responded to a complaint from community members about a suspect who was seen jumping over the wall at the TMPD offices.
Previous incidences had been reported about people breaking into the office pound and stealing vehicle parts. The Region 1 Sector 1 members responded swiftly and apprehended the suspect.
He was found with car breaking equipment and could not account as to why he was on the premises.
He was then arrested for trespassing and possession of car breaking equipment.
Well done to the teams involved! The TMPD will continue to fight crime in Tshwane.
Members of the public can report cable theft on 012 358 1550 or walk in at the client service centre at the SANAB Building, cnr Frederika and Johan Heyns Street, Gezina.
All information reported will be treated with confidentiality.
Issued by the Tshwane Metro Police Communication Unit.
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