Two alleged extortionists were nabbed by police after they allegedly shot each other fighting over the loot.
On 23 November 2024, a case of carjacking, kidnapping, and extortion was registered at SAPS Selosesha for investigation. According to reports, a victim, together with his friend, were hijacked and taken to a house in section A, Botshabelo.
The victim was extorted of a large amount of money, and further investigations revealed that the two suspects allegedly fought over the money and shot each other. One suspect was admitted in hospital where he is under police guard. The remaining suspect is still at large.
On 26 November 2024, Selosesha police received information that one of the suspects was driving a white Toyota Corolla with Lesotho registration numbers. A full description of the said suspect was provided and on 06 December 2024, information was received from Botshabelo police task team that the suspect was arrested by Boithuso police for a domestic violence related assault.
Further charges of carjacking, kidnapping and extortion were added and he will make his first appearance in the Selosesha Magistrate’s Court on Monday 09 December 2024.
“The fight against extortion related crimes is being intensified in the Free State Province to ensure that cases of this nature are prioritized.” Said the Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Baile Motswenyane.”
Anyone who is a victim or have information on extortion-related activities is urged to come forward and report it to the National Extortion hotline 0800 911 011.
