The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) is pleased to report a significant success in crime prevention efforts, resulting in the recovery of a hijacked vehicle and the arrest of a suspect in possession of an unlicensed firearm by the Tactical Response Unit in Emndeni, Soweto.
On Wednesday, 28 August 2024, during routine crime prevention operations, officers received a lookout from TrackerSA regarding a hijacked blue Volkswagen Golf 5 with Botswana registration plates. The vehicle was reported hijacked in the Kagiso area, and TrackerSA provided the last known location.
JMPD officers promptly proceeded to the indicated location in Emndeni, Soweto. Upon arrival, the officers successfully spotted and intercepted the vehicle, apprehending one male suspect on the scene. The 26-year-old suspect was found in possession of an unlicensed firearm. In addition, another vehicle, a white Mercedes Benz C-Class which
was used in the commission of the crime was also recovered.
The suspect was detained at Naledi SAPS. The officers displayed exemplary teamwork and coordination with TrackerSA and SAPS Johannesburg District CCU during this operation.
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. Our ongoing collaboration with various law enforcement agencies and community partners has proven vital in our efforts to combat crime and protect the public.
Successful recovery of hijacked vehicle and arrest of suspect in possession of an unlicensed firearm https://t.co/4sviwNSztv#ArriveAlive #Hijacking #Firearm @JoburgMPD pic.twitter.com/TYNo3Mkp5L
– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) August 29, 2024
