Cape Town Hijackers Caught After Using Victim's Stolen Phone to Take Photos
- Four suspects aged 16 to 27 were arrested after allegedly hijacking a woman near Cape Town International Airport
- Instead of ditching the victim's phone, the suspects reportedly began using its camera, leaving a digital trail
- Ward councillor Angus McKenzie called the group 'Bonteheuwel's stupidest' criminals after police tracked them down swiftly
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CAPE TOWN - Four alleged hijackers have been arrested in Bonteheuwel after police used a stolen cellphone to track them down following a hijacking near Cape Town International Airport on a recent afternoon.
The suspects, ranging in age from 16 to 27, were apprehended by the SAPS Flying Squad after officers intercepted a white Volkswagen Polo in the Bonteheuwel area.
Woman hijacked at Cape Town International Airport
The hijacking took place at approximately 17:15, when a woman was targeted close to the airport. Police spokesperson Constable Ndakhe Gwala confirmed that officers moved quickly once reports came in.
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"The team responded to reports of a hijacking at about 17:15. They rapidly intercepted the white VW Polo in Bonteheuwel and arrested the four occupants for hijacking and possession of a stolen vehicle," Gwala said.
The four suspects are expected to appear before the Goodwood Magistrate's Court once formally charged.
'Bonteheuwel's stupidest' criminals
Bonteheuwel ward councillor Angus McKenzie was blunt in his assessment of the alleged blunder that led to the arrests. He described the suspects as "Bonteheuwel's stupidest" criminals, saying they had done much of the police's work for them.
During the hijacking, the suspects allegedly took the victim's cellphone. Rather than disposing of the device, they reportedly started using its camera. That decision allegedly created a digital trail that allowed police to pinpoint their location in Bonteheuwel.
McKenzie praised the Flying Squad for their rapid response and noted that the suspects had made themselves easy to find.
ACSA confirms airport vicinity incident
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) confirmed the incident took place near Cape Town International Airport. The organisation said its security teams responded and collaborated with police, who went on to arrest the four suspects.
ACSA added that the safety and security of passengers and the broader public remained a top priority for the organisation.
The accused now face serious charges linked to hijacking and possession of a stolen vehicle. Their scheduled court appearance is expected to provide further details on the case.
Hijacking gone wrong lands thug in trouble
Briefly News also reported that a hijacking went wrong when the suspect found himself holding onto the truck for dear life after the driver's quick actions. A video posted on social media showe a suspect as he tried to enter the trucker’s cab. However, the trucker drove away with the suspect holding onto the sideview mirror. The driver, who is recording the video, explains that he had stopped his truck by the streetlights in an unidentified area when the thug tried to jump in. He repeated that he will continue his journey with him in tow. The suspect pleaded for forgiveness, and the driver retorted, asking him where he was going in the first place.
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