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On Friday, 24 July 2026, a 29-year-old male was allegedly kidnapped at gunpoint from his place of residence in Steyn. The matter was reported to the Welkom Police and the Provincial Murder and Robbery Unit based in Thabong.
It was discovered that the family of the victim received phone calls from the alleged suspects demanding an undisclosed ransom amount for the release of the victim.
The Welkom K9 and the TRT Unit were activated.
Information was received, which then led the team to a house in Flamingo Park.
Police utilised their tactical expertise to approach and surround the identified house.
Upon noticing the police, the suspects attempted to flee but were quickly apprehended.
Upon further investigation at the house,…
