On Wednesday, a GWM bakkie was hijacked at gunpoint on Wick Street in the Verulam Central Business District. The owner of the vehicle was faced with a terrifying ordeal as the suspect forcibly took control of the bakkie.
The hijacking was reported immediately to the authorities, and Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) promptly posted about the missing vehicle on social media, seeking public assistance in locating it.
Shortly after the hijacking, a resident of Waterloo in KwaZulu-Natal contacted RUSA’s operations centre. The resident reported a bakkie matching the description of the stolen vehicle had crashed on Pumpkin Road in Waterloo, north of Durban. This crucial tip led to a coordinated response by the authorities.
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Upon arrival at the scene, RUSA officers, members of the South African Police Service, and a vehicle tracking company found the abandoned bakkie.
According to the statement released by RUSA, the suspect had fled the scene before the arrival of the authorities, leaving the vehicle behind. Investigations are ongoing to locate and apprehend the suspect responsible for the hijacking.
This incident underscores the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in swiftly addressing criminal activities.
The prompt reporting by the resident and the coordinated efforts of RUSA and other law enforcement agencies played a crucial role in recovering the stolen bakkie. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities immediately.
