Following the robbery at a church in New Brighton, two suspects, both 18 years old, were arrested in Zwide over the weekend.
According to police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, the New Brighton Task Team went to the homes of Amahle Netu and Abukwe Ntame after an investigation was conducted.
She said a task team comprised of detectives and crime prevention members followed all the information they gathered and went to the suspects’ homes, arresting them for armed robbery and attempted murder.
“During the investigation, police discovered that one of the suspects is out on free bail after he was arrested for possession of an unlicensed firearm and a stolen vehicle in July,” she reported.
“The task team is still continuing with the investigation, and more arrests are imminent,” she added.
She revealed that the duo appeared at New Brighton Magistrate Court on Monday, August 12.
“They are both remanded in custody to appear again on August 20 for a formal bail application.”
The Eastern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Mene, is appreciative of the efforts by police members in securing the arrest of those behind the robbery at the church.
“This sends a strong message to the perpetrators that police are committed to combating crime, and we will not relent in fighting crime and bringing suspects to justice. We have pledged to ensure the safety and security of our citizens, and police will work around the clock to guarantee the public that we will leave no stone unturned,” she concluded.
