STOLEN AMAROK IN NKOMAZI

While conducting patrols near One Three Hill, along the Schoemansdal Road, officers spotted a vehicle matching the description suspect has been arrested for possession of a suspected stolen motor vehicle following a high-speed police chase that ended in a collision involving two cows along the Driekoppies Road in the Nkomazi area.

The arrest took place on Saturday, 07 November 2026, at approximately 22:00 during an intelligence-driven operation involving members of the SAPS Provincial Anti-Hijacking Task Team, Tonga Visible Policing (VISPOL) and Crime Intelligence.

According to police, operational members received information about a suspicious white vehicle travelling along the R570 Road. The information was immediately acted upon, prompting a multidisciplinary team to mobilize and trace the vehicle.

Police attempted to pull the vehicle over, but the driver allegedly ignored instructions and sped off, triggering a high-speed pursuit towards Jeppe's Reef.

During the chase, the driver turned onto Driekoppies Road, where the vehicle collided with two cows. The impact caused significant damage to the vehicle, while the driver sustained serious injuries.

Further investigations revealed that the vehicle was displaying false registration number plates. Police subsequently established that the bakkie was allegedly linked to an ongoing investigation into the theft of a Volkswagen Amarok in Honeydew, Gauteng.

The driver was arrested on a charge of possession of a suspected stolen motor vehicle. Due to the serious injuries sustained in the collision, he was transported to hospital for medical treatment under police guard.

Police investigations are continuing, and the suspect is expected to appear in court once the necessary procedures have been completed.

The Mpumalanga Provincial Commissioner commended the officers involved for their swift response, teamwork and commitment to combating vehicle-related crime.

The operation highlights the SAPS's continued efforts to track down individuals involved in vehicle theft and bring those suspected of such offences to justice.