GQEBERHA – Swartkops SAPS members recovered four stolen e-bicycles valued at approximately R500 000 in Wells Estate on Thursday, 10 September 2026, following information received regarding stolen property.
At approximately 19:05, Swartkops SAPS Vispol members followed up on information regarding stolen property allegedly concealed at a house in Australia Street, Wells Estate. Four black e-bicycles, which had been wrapped in black plastic, were recovered from a room at the premises.
Further investigation established that the e-bicycles had been stolen earlier that morning during a residential burglary in the Kabega Park policing area. It is alleged that on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, at approximately 22:00, the four e-bicycles were stored at a residence in Henry Gerber Crescent, Kamma Ridge. On Thursday morning at approximately 05:00, the complainant discovered that a burglary had occurred and that the four e-bicycles had been stolen.
No suspects were found at the premises and no arrests have been made at this stage. The investigation is continuing to identify and apprehend those responsible for the burglary and theft.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Acting District Commissioner, Brigadier Loyiso Ngalo, commended the members for their swift response and effective use of information, which resulted in the recovery of high-value stolen property within hours of the burglary being reported.
“This recovery demonstrates the importance of timely information and the commitment of our members to act decisively against those involved in property-related crimes. We will continue to follow every lead to ensure that stolen property is recovered and that those responsible are brought to justice,” said Brigadier Ngalo.
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