The eight detainees who escaped. (Photos: SAPS)
Eight detainees escaped from the holding cells of a police station in the Eastern Cape on Saturday.
The eight escaped from the holding cells of the Isolation Police Station in the Maluti area, said Brig. Police spokesman Nobuntu Gantana said.
“The circumstances of the incident form part of the investigation.” The eight have been identified as Asiphe Yawu, Abraham Gobozi, Kwanele Mzala, Siphelele Mkhulisi, Thabo Nana, Siphelele Nondolo, Anele Ludidi and Sinethemba Mazendala.
“An investigation is also underway into whether the escape was facilitated by others. Members of the public are warned not to try to apprehend the escapees themselves, as they are dangerous criminals.”
Anyone with information about the incident or who can help locate the escapees is asked to contact Sgt. Matabane at 076 342 4033 or const. Contact Mantelefu on 073 109 7962.
The eight detainees who escaped. (Photos: SAPS)
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