Accordung to SAPS statement: Melton Francous Mapsanganhe (35), Boa Camaroes Koza (39) and Aobake Johnson Gwayisa (23) were remanded in custody until their next court appearance before the court on Monday, 27 October 2025.
The trio made first appearance before the Ventersdorp Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 20 October 2025, for possession of suspected stolen goats.
The accused’s court appearance emanates from their apprehension on Thursday morning, 16 October 2025, after 26 goats, including two that were already dead, were found inside their Toyota Quantum.
According to information, Traffic officials were conducting their daily patrols on the N14 road between Ventersdorp and Coligny, when they stopped the Quantum along the road and discovered the goats.
The officers also found other stolen property, including clothing in their vehicle[during the search].
The trio failed to account[provide the correct information] for their livestock and were immediately arrested.
BY LUCKY SEANEGO
