SAPS in Limpopo have arrested a 29-year-old male suspect for possession of a suspected stolen motor vehicle that was allegedly enroute to be smuggled out of the country through the Beitbridge Border Post.

SAPS in Limpopo have arrested a 29-year-old male suspect for possession of a suspected stolen motor vehicle that was allegedly enroute to be smuggled out of the country through the Beitbridge Border Post.

Following on information and diligent investigative work, members of the provincial murder and robbery, tracking team working jointly with private Security Company intercepted the vehicle on Monday morning, 12 February 2024 at about 10:00 next to Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane.

The vehicle, reported stolen from Garsfontein in Gauteng over the weekend, was allegedly set to be smuggled out of South Africa.

The suspect, who is a South African citizen, was cornered along the N1 road and attempted to escape. The operational team with assistance from the security company gave chase and the suspect was ultimately nabbed at Peter Mokaba stadium.

"The Provincial Commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has commended the members involved in the operation for their dedication and professionalism.

"The arrest demonstrates the power of community-police partnership in ensuring crime is defeated, including cross-border crimes," added Lieutenant General Hadebe.

The suspect is expected to appear before Polokwane Magistrate's Court on Wednesday, 14 February 2024 facing a charge of possession of suspected stolen property.