Manhunt launched by Mpumalanga police following an escape of two detainees from police custody

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South African Police Service in Mpumalanga has launched a manhunt two dangerous suspects who escaped from lawful custody on Tuesday 26 January 2021.

Both of the suspects who are in their 20s, 24-year-old Sabelo Nkosi, and Njabulo Nsibande aged 27 are said to be dangerous.

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Police Spokesperson in the province Brigadier Leornard Hlathi said that the duo escaped at Gert Sibande District near Ermelo Correctional Centre while being transported from Breyten Magistrate’s Court to the Correctional facility.

“Nkosi and Nsibande were initially arrested after they reportedly committed various offences in December 2016. These offences include murder, attempted murder, two counts of rape as well as two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances and were both on trial for the said charges. The escapees appeared before the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court which was sitting at Breyten on Monday, 25 January 2021.”

Hlathi urged anyone with possible location of the fugitives to contact Detective Sergeant Mmabatho Mafate on 072 610 5768 from Ermelo Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS) or call the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111. Alternatively members of the public can send information via MY SAPS APP which can be downloaded to any smartphone. All information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.