On Wednesday, 10 October 2023 the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Cable Theft members arrested 2 African males aged between 40 and 60, for tampering with essential infrastructure at Soshanguve Block KK, near the dumping site on Soutpan road.
The TMPD members were patrolling around Soshanguve area when they noticed two African males cutting down electricity poles and cables. The two suspects could not provide any form of identification and they had no job card.
The suspects were found with a chainsaw and 12 electricity poles.
Both suspects were arrested for tampering with essential infrastructure and will appear in court soon.
Members of the public are encouraged to report cable theft on 012 358 1550 or go to the client service centre in Gezina at the SANAB Building.
All information reported will be treated with confidentiality.
The TMPD will continue to fight cable theft.
Tshwane Metro Police Department arrested two suspects for tampering with municipal essential infrastructure https://t.co/DsvhoasRTG#ArriveAlive @TMPDSafety pic.twitter.com/vPjkedmfkJ
– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) October 11, 2023
