Wolmaransstad - A kidnapping case involving a 39-year-old man continues in the Wolmaransstad Magistrates Court after was rescued unharmed following a high-level police operation
The North West Task Team travelled from the North West to Free State in search of the man after investigations led the team to Welkom and Virginia
According to the reports, his disappearance was reported earlier in April 2025. He was kidnapped in Wolmaransstad
According to an official police statement, negotiations with the suspects led SAPS teams to Welkom and Virginia, where a coordinated takedown unfolded
Five suspects, aged between 29 and 45, were arrested and appeared before the Wolmaransstad Magistrate’s Court the following week on Monday, 07 April 2025
Suspects face multiple charges, including kidnapping, extortion, aggravated robbery, and assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm (GBH)
During the arrest operation, police recovered three cellphones, including the victim’s, as well as a replica firearm believed to have been used in the crime. Reason for the kidnapping was not identified as yet
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Updated: 26 May 2025 Monday
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