The Katlehong police recently arrested a 30-year-old man in the Kwanele section.<\/p>\n
The man, who was charged with housebreaking, theft and the possession of stolen property, was arrested on Friday, March 20, when the home owner reported the incident to police.<\/p>
The home owner explained to officers that he heard a noise outside his house and went to investigate.<\/p>\n
He saw the man walking out of his front gate with his plasma TV and chased after the suspect, who was approaching a vehicle parked just outside the gate.<\/p>
The vehicle sped off before the suspect was able to get in, leaving him to attempt an escape on foot.<\/p>\n
The home owner, together with a community patroller, chased after the accused and the pair was able to corner him.<\/p>\n
When the police arrived on the scene he was arrested and taken to the Katlehong Police Station for questioning, where he gave officers the address of his accomplice.<\/p>\n
Officers travelled to the address given but did not find anyone there, but a number of goods were seized, including school bags and a TV set.<\/p>\n
Officers continue to search for the accused\u2019s accomplice.<\/p>\n
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