Cable thieves arrested after high speed chase

GAUTENG – Information was received from a member of the public regarding cables that were being stolen in the Alberton North area. The suspects vehicle was spotted by one of the CPS reaction units and a high speed chase occured. Back up was requested and the vehicle was stopped just before climbing onto the N12 highway. The occupants fled on foot from the vehicle and were arrested shortly after. The getaway vehicle was fitted with false plates and contained breaking implements and stolen copper cable. Thank you to Alberton SAPS and EMPD for the quick back-up. All 4 suspects were arrested and are being held at Alberton Police Station.