Two suspects arrested for skimming device in Claremont

Two suspects appeared in the Wynberg Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, after they were arrested on Sunday, for using skimming device scheme in Claremont.

The duo that are responsible for using skimming devices at several Cape Town ATMs were arrested by the Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation Unit.

This comes after a joint operation between the Hawks and Security Management Solution team was conducted where live video footage on the ATM was monitored.

Hawks spokesperson Zinzi Hani, said the Hawks were alerted, after the incident occurred in Rondebosch.

“Their arrest emanates from the information received on Saturday, 10 December 2022 from the Security Management Solutions about Hi-Tech device that was placed on the ATM situated in Rondebosch”, Hani said.

She added that it resulted in the matter being referred to the Bellville based Hawks team for a further investigation.

“On Sunday, 11 December 2022 a joint operation between the Hawks and Security Management Solution team was conducted where live video footage on the ATM was monitored. Later on the day, two suspects driving a silver BMW were spotted proceeding towards the same ATM.”

“Security Management solution positively identified one suspect who removed the cash dispensary camera unit and immediately informed the members of the Hawks who were also observing. The team approached the BMW and managed to arrest the driver and the one who removed the cash dispensary unit, “she added.

 

By Lulama Klassen