Gauteng Crime Fighters Nab Scrapyard Owner With R130,000 Worth Of Stolen Copper | (Allegedly)

The unrelenting wave of destruction and vandalism targeted at South African infrastructure by criminal entities continues its relentless march. A stark illustration of this distressing trend emerged recently when Amapanyaza, a crime prevention unit in collaboration with Gauteng traffic police, apprehended a white male scrapyard proprietor.

The individual was found in possession of a staggering 800kg of suspected stolen Transnet and PRASA copper. This cache of materials, with an approximate value of R130,000, was seized in the Primrose industrial area on Thursday, August 24, 2023.

This incident serves as a disconcerting reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by the nation’s infrastructure. Despite concerted efforts by law enforcement, the criminal underworld’s grip on these vital assets remains firm.

The theft and destruction of copper, a valuable resource, not only result in financial losses but also disrupt essential services. Urgent and collaborative measures are imperative to curtail these acts and safeguard the integrity of South Africa’s critical infrastructure.

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