Police in Limpopo have successfully recovered a stolen Toyota Fortuner, which was believed to be enroute to the Beitbridge border post with Zimbabwe, for smuggling purposes.
The vehicle, which was stolen from Sinoville in Gauteng province, was intercepted by the officers from the provincial Flying Squad of the SA Police Service (SAPS) who were acting on a tip-off.
The recovery operation took place on Thursday morning, 25 July 2024, along Ndzedzedze Road in Thohoyandou policing area, in the Vhembe District, said Limpopo provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.
Upon noticing that they were being cornered, the unknown number of suspects sped off. A speed chase ensued, resulting in a shoot-out. The suspects managed to jump out of the vehicle and fled the scene on foot.
The vehicle was confiscated as part of the investigation by police.
