Cape Town – A Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) VIP Unit member has been praised for his dedication to his job after he intervened and foiled a car theft attempt in Roodepoort.
According to JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla, the policeman was driving along Van Wyk Street in Roodepoort, when he saw three “suspicious males” trying to forcefully open a vehicle on Saturday.
“When the suspects noticed that he was watching, they got into a silver Nissan Almera and drove away. The officer followed the vehicle and called for back-up,” Fihla said.
When the Nissan Almera occupants realised they were being followed, they sped off and a high-speed chase ensued.
“In their attempt to escape, the suspects’ vehicle collided with five other vehicles. They started firing shots toward the officer, and he returned fire. The suspects’ vehicle crashed and came to a standstill. They alighted from the vehicle and fled the scene on foot.
“When back-up arrived, the vehicle was searched. One signal-jamming device and car-breaking implements were found inside the suspects’ vehicle,” Fihla said.
Investigations on the Nisssan Almera revealed it had been reported hijacked.
The vehicle was seized and booked at the SAPS pound.
“The JMPD management applaud the officer who acted promptly when witnessing the crime and did not neglect his call of duty. Further investigation will be conducted by the police to ensure that the suspects are found and brought to book,” Fihla said.
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Compiled by Olwethu Mpeshe
