No 'reasonable explanation' for possession of eThekwini streetlights
eThekwini Municipality says there are concerns about cross-border crime syndicates targeting the city.
This after 52 LED streetlights belonging to the municipality were recovered at the Kosi Bay Border over the weekend.
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Two men were intercepted while about to cross into Mozambique with the stolen property.
The accused, Herminino Afonso and Salomao Zibia appeared at the Manguzi Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
City spokesperson Gugu Sisilana says these crimes have a detrimental impact on service delivery.
"The suspects could not give a reasonable explanation on how they obtained the municipal property.
"The municipality can confirm that the incident was reported at Manguzi Police Station, and a case was opened. The municipality is working closely with police to investigate the matter
"The municipality commends the police for their swift action and efforts in thwarting the cross-border crime syndicate. The municipality is appealing for law enforcement authorities to be allowed space and time to investigate the matter without undue pressure."
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