On 20 October, a multi-disciplinary Mpumalanga team dealt with three double-cab bakkies in separate incidents around Malalane, Karino, Plaston and Kabokweni, including one vehicle allegedly hijacked in Kabokweni. Limpopo police recovered a stolen Toyota Prado valued at about R900 000 while it was allegedly travelling towards Beitbridge. Authorities have linked vehicle theft networks to cross-border routes through both Beitbridge and Lebombo.

Source and timing

Source: SAPS / Caxton Network News

Source date: 22 October 2026

Events: 20–21 October 2026

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