Bodies of two suspected fuel thieves found in Kibler Park
Police in Gauteng have recovered the bodies of two suspected fuel thieves near Kibler Park in Johannesburg.
One body was found in a petrol pipeline, while another body was recovered in the tunnel leading to the pipeline.
Transnet spokesperson Saret Knoetze says It is suspected the two were overcome by fumes while trying to siphon petrol from the pipeline.
"The structure and tunnel were demolished on Sunday. The incident over the weekend is a harsh reminder to perpetrators that tampering with the petroleum pipelines and associated infrastructure can lead to disastrous consequences, including personal injuries and fatalities, extensive environmental damage and fire.”
Knoetze says there has been at least 90 incidents of fuel theft during the current financial year.
"Together with our specialised tactical teams, inclusive of aerial and ground support, we have made 68 arrests, inclusive of 2 kingpins, demonstrating the commitment to halt the onslaught of criminal activities and keep our pipelines and communities safe.”
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