A manhunt has been launched after copper cable worth R4,5 million was stolen from the Bronville electrical substation.
The theft and vandalism occurred during the night and early morning of 1 and 2 March.
The Bronville substation is situated at the corner of Waterboer and Philander Street.
“The incident was reported to the Bronville police station at 08:30 by a passerby, and the police immediately responded,” says Capt. Stephen Thakeng, media liaison officer for the Lejweleputswa police.
A case of damage to infrastructure has been registered.
Thakeng says the extent of the damage was ascertained after consultation with the Matjhabeng Municipality’s security department.
Should anyone have information leading to the arrests of these suspects, they must contact Det. WO Elliot Khutsoane of the Infrastructure Task Team on 083-940-1743 or the Crime Stop number 08600-10111.
