WATCH: Manhunt for ten who escaped from police cells
Police and other law enforcement agencies are on high alert after 12 escaped from custody at the Komatipoort Police Station in the evening of Saturday.
Two of the 12 escapees have however since been re-arrested.
Reginaldo Fulaho and Narsisco Julius Mavalela were caught at the Lebombo Border in Komatipoort after reportedly attempting to cross over into Mozambique.
According to preliminary investigation the 12 inmates reportedly escaped from the police holding cells after battling with the police, resulting in one officer sustaining injuries.
Two service pistols and ammunition were stolen by the suspects during the scuffle.
Police spokesperson Donald Mdhluli says ten remaining suspects are still at large.
"The remaining suspects are Joseph Ubisi (35), Josiah Ndlovu (30), Ruben Macuacua (30), Amos Cossa (25), Ardemeto Madevu (18), Alsido Manique (24), Sergio Tembe (36), Francisco Setoho (38), France Baloi (29), and Smanga Khoza (50).
"The suspects were previously arrested for various offences including who was arrested for rape, theft, robbery and kidnapping, robbery with firearms, possession of suspected stolen properties, as well as possession of suspected stolen motor vehicles. An investigation regarding their escape is underway and the suspects will face an additional charge of escaping from lawful custody.
"Police would like to appreciate members who gave information that has led to the rearrest of the two suspects however police still appeal to the public including their families not to approach these remaining suspects as they are considered to be dangerous but rather share information that may lead to their rearrest with police by calling the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111".
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