Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Man arrested for attempted housebreaking in Woodstock

By Kim Saulse
16 March 2010

Swift action of Woodstock police led to the arrest of a suspect for attempted housebreaking in Erica Street yesterday.

Sergeant Hilton Malila says police were conducting routine stop and search patrols in the area, when they received information of a housebreaking in progress.

On arrival at the residence, police spotted the suspect trying to gain entry to the house.

“When the suspect spotted the police, he tried to flee on foot but was apprehended in minutes by police and the assistance of security members,” said Malila.

The 35 year old suspect is in police custody.

He will appear in the Cape Town Magistrates’ Court tomorrow on charges of attempted housebreaking and theft.

No comments:

Customer outraged with Checkers expired goods

  A concerned customer has documented the sale of expired cold meats at Checkers in Hermanus, raising serious questions about food safety st...