Free State police have arrested eight suspects after allegedly catching them red-handed while slaughtering suspected stolen sheep.
"The local farmer confirmed that the 88 sheep were stolen and are indeed his. The police arrested eight suspects and seized five vehicles [three sedans and two bakkies]."
The suspects, aged between 27 and 46, have been charged and are expected to appear in the Reitz Magistrate's Court on charges of stock theft.In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month.
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