Kimberley - 22 February 2024: A team of Roodepan Police Station detectives led by Captain Tenno Slambert, embarked on a wanted suspects tracing operation on Wednesday, 21 February 2024.
Eighteen (18) suspects, who have been on the run from the police for attempted murder, assault GBH, robbery, housebreaking and theft, pointing of firearm, theft and contravention of protection orders were arrested.
The suspects have been evading Court appearances and others violated Court orders. All suspects were arrested at their respective residences in Roodepan and will appear at the Kimberley Magistrate Court on Thursday, 22 February 2024.
The public is reminded that failure to appear in Court is not excusable, the Court may find grounds to add another offence if valid proof or explanation is not provided.