Suspected house-breaking gang arrested in Pretoria

Suspected house-breaking gang arrested in Pretoria

Gauteng police have arrested three suspects believed to be part of a gang responsible for numerous house robberies in the province.

Suspected house-breaking gang arrested in Pretoria
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They were found in possession of house-breaking equipment in Pretoria north on Tuesday.


Police spokesperson Mavela Masondo says the suspects have been under police surveillance. 


"Three suspects were spotted driving in a Haval and the team pounced on them. As their car was searched, exhibits and various house-breaking implements were recovered. The vehicle driven by the suspects was taken to SAPS pound as the investigation is continuing.


"The suspects are linked to various cases including housebreaking that was committed in Benoni this month, where suspects took multiple electronic devices and appliances. It was also established that they were previously arrested for committing similar offences."


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