| Manhunt launched for five escaped prisoners | |
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| Date Published | |
| 2022/06/24 | |
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Media Statement ZWELITSHA - Police detectives are on the hunt for five awaiting trial prisoners who allegedly escaped from the back of a police vehicle while in transit from the court to the Wellington Correctional facility. It is alleged that on Tuesday, 22 June 2022 at about 16:00, Qumbu police officers were transporting prisoners back to prison when they heard a bang at the back door of the van. When they stopped, they were informed by motorists that the prisoners were escaping. The incident took place on the Nqadu Road. The details of the escapees are as follows: Malixole Mkhutyukelwa (22) -charged for Contravention of Protection Order and assault GBH. Mkhanyisi Yonwaba Mkhumbuzi (23) - charged for Rape Msindisi Rawuzela (28) - charged for Stock Theft Aphiwe Jikingqina (32) – charged for Robbery Masixole Baleni (27) - charged for attempted murder Cases of escaping from lawful custody was opened at SAPS Madeira and is under investigation. A departmental investigation is also underway. Police are appealing to the communities to assist them in tracing the escapees and anyone with information may contact SAPS Madeira, Detective Warrant Officer Maliwa Ayanda on 071 608 6591 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or their nearest police station. All information is confidential and callers may remain anonymous. Police are warning communities that aiding and abetting a criminal is an offence and anyone found to be harbouring these fugitives will face criminal charges. Ends
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