GEORGE NEWS - An intelligence driven operation executed at a residence in Thembalethu landed a 41-year-old man behind bars.
The accused made his first court appearance yesterday, 13 January, on charges of possession of stolen goods under the Cybercrime Act.
He was remanded in custody and the case postponed to 25 January for a formal bail application. This matter is being probed by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI).
According to Southern Cape Police Spokesperson Sgt Chris Spies, members of the George Public Order Police armed with a search and seizure warrant conducted an operation at a house at Zone 06 in Thembalethu on Wednesday 11 January.
“A search of the premises ensued and the members found a laptop, card reader, point of sale device as well as several cards. The occupant of the premises was unable to give proper account for his possession thereof. Police confiscated the items and the occupant of the premises was subsequently arrested,” said Spies.
Western Cape police management hailed the success of the operation, under the theme “More boots on the ground to enhance visibility”, with the ultimate aim to safeguard communities. This operation is part of ongoing crime combatting operations of the last leg of the province’s Safer Festive Season operational plan.
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