Man arrested after attempting to rob metro cop

Loyiso Langeni
23 May 2015

A suspect was arrested on the N2 after he tried to rob a Metro Police Officer during a bait operation on Wednesday.

Motorists are being attacked with stones being thrown at their vehicles and sharp objects placed on the road.

Some are being robbed as they find themselves stranded on the N2.

Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security JP Smith said they are at the bate car on the road with a female Metro Police officer simulating a road side distressed to attackers were responded to it, crapped up on the vehicle and attempting to attack the occupant.

Smith added that one managed to escape but the other person was arrested in his possession he had a knife and a toy fun and he has been charged at Khayelitsha SAPS.

“We are hoping that this operation and future operation will help the SAPS who is the lead agency on dealing with the N2 strengthening attacks against the apprehended.” Smtih said. 

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