{"id":272086,"date":"2025-10-23T11:12:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T09:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/?p=272086"},"modified":"2025-10-23T14:16:56","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T12:16:56","slug":"wynberg-court-escape-four-detainees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wynberg-court-escape-four-detainees\/","title":{"rendered":"Four detainees escape Wynberg court, police launch manhunt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Police are appealing to the public for help following the escape of four detainees from Wynberg Magistrates\u2019 Court on Monday 20 October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The suspects, aged between 22 and 33, had appeared in court on charges including illegal firearm possession, housebreaking, and outstanding warrants. They were remanded in custody after their appearance but managed to flee before being returned to detention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The escapees have been identified as Linda Soyeza, Mphumeleli Lufutha, Ismail George, and Tawfeeq Damo. Authorities have released photographs of the men to help the public identify them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Police have warned that the suspects may be dangerous and advised the public not to approach them. Anyone who spots the escapees should immediately contact the investigating officer, Detective Frederick Abrahams, on 079 498 9937. Alternatively, they can call Crime Stop anonymously on 08600 10111.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:calc(768 \/ 1024)\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-272090\" data-id=\"272090\" data-aspect-ratio=\"768 \/ 1024\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0035_19432-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0035_19432-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0035_19432-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0035_19432.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Police are appealing to the public for assistance following the escape of four detainees from the Wynberg Magistrates Court on Monday 20 October.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-272089\" data-id=\"272089\" data-aspect-ratio=\"768 \/ 1024\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0036_19472-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0036_19472-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0036_19472-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0036_19472.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-272088\" data-id=\"272088\" data-aspect-ratio=\"768 \/ 1024\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0037_19417-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0037_19417-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0037_19417-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0037_19417.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-272087\" data-id=\"272087\" data-aspect-ratio=\"768 \/ 1024\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0038_19452-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0038_19452-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0038_19452-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20251022-WA0038_19452.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Wynberg court escape has raised concerns about security at magistrates\u2019 courts. This follows other prisoner escapes in the province in recent months, prompting calls for tighter procedures when transporting detainees. Authorities say the incident highlights the need for stricter security measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not the first major incident at Wynberg Magistrates\u2019 Court this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On Tuesday 8 April, the court became a crime scene when a man was shot and killed inside the building. This incident prompted a review of security protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The police investigation is ongoing, with officers working to trace the detainees while reviewing procedures at the court&#8221; said SAPS spokesperson Wesley Twigg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Members of the public are urged to remain cautious and report any sightings immediately.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Four suspects escaped from Wynberg court after their appearance. 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