Gunmen storm ex-Minister Naledi Pandor’s home, flee with valuables

Police have launched a manhunt for suspects linked to the brutal home invasion at the home of former Cabinet Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, on Friday night. 

National police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said suspects allegedly held occupants at gunpoint before ransacking the property and fleeing with valuables

She said Lieutenant General Dimpane, the new acting police commissioner, has called for a manhunt following the incident. 

“Police are working around the clock to trace and apprehend those responsible.

“The District Commissioner of Tshwane, Major General Samuel Thine, will visit the family to provide an update on the progress of investigations as well as ongoing policing interventions aimed at combating housebreaking and property-related crimes.”

Lieutenant General Dimpane reiterated that while police statistics between January and March recorded a decrease in housebreaking incidents nationally, such incidents remain a priority for the SAPS and will continue to receive focused attention.

The Acting National Commissioner has also expressed concern following the discovery of a couple who were found murdered inside the Kruger National Park.

“The vehicle the couple had been travelling in is still missing. Lieutenant General Dimpane has directed police in Limpopo, working together with park authorities and specialised investigative units, to urgently track down those responsible for the murders and recover the missing vehicle.”

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