Riana Pretorius: Search for Kidnapped Gqeberha Woman Continues Following Recovery of Assailants’ Car

• A young bio-kineticist was kidnapped by armed men when she arrived at her place of work in Gqeberha
• During the search, a white Toyota Corolla believed to belong to the kidnappers was later found abandoned
• Citizens expressed concern over the safety of Riana Pretorius, with many praying for her swift return

GQEBERHA - The kidnapping of a young woman from her place of work on Thursday, 16 March, has left many highly disturbed.

Bio-kineticist Riana Pretorius was abducted when she arrived for work on Pickering Street, Newton Park. A white Toyota Corolla believed to be involved in the kidnapping was recovered and one suspect is believed to have been arrested.

However, Pretorius is still missing. According to HeraldLIVE, she was allegedly forced into the vehicle by armed men.

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The Hawks have taken over the investigation. A search for two other assailants and Pretorius is still continuing.

Eastern Cape Hawks spokesperson Yolisa Mgolodela told Algoa FM News that a suspect had been arrested and that Riana Pretorius had been found. However, Mgolodela later said she received unreliable information.

Citizens pray for Riana Pretorius’ safe return

Abigail Naidoo said:

“Why didn't they take the car and her belongings and leave her there? Lord please protect this young woman and bring her home safely.”

Sivuyile Sam commented:

“Hope they are not going to harm her.”

Phumla WamaGqwashu Daniso posted:

“May she be found unharmed.”

Michele Meyer Hoole wrote:

“I pray that she is found unharmed and soon. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time.”

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Elizabeth March added:

“Praying for her safe return.”

4 Arrested for allegedly kidnapping and hijacking victim found on dating app for LGBTQIA+ community

Briefly News also reported that four men targeting members of the LGBTQIA+ community were arrested and charged with hijacking, kidnapping and extortion.

The group were arrested at a restaurant in Parktown in Gauteng after hijacking, kidnapping and robbing a 26-year-old man. The men allegedly chatted with the victim on an LGBTQIA+ dating app and lured him to a secluded area.

Police Spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the victim was robbed of his personal items, including his bank cards and Mercedes C180. She said the criminals used the victim’s cards to make several purchases.

Source: Briefly News