Trio Task Team arrest brothers for house robberies and kidnappings

17 January 2025 | From Arrive Alive


A Crime Intelligence driven operation by members of Brits Trio Task Team led to the arrest and appearance of three brothers; Nyiko Sithole (26), Bennett Sithole (24) and Derrick Sithole (27) in the Brits Magistrates’ Court for offences ranging from house robbery, kidnapping to possession of suspected stolen goods.

The brothers were arrested individually between Tuesday, 07 and Wednesday, 08 January 2025, in Winterveldt and Garankuwa.  Nyiko was arrested after being linked with house robbery and kidnapping cases through fingerprints. The crimes were committed in Hartbeespoortdam in November 2024.  Police seized several suspected stolen goods during the arrest. Upon interview, the suspect implicated his brother, Bennett who was traced to Garankuwa and arrested. Similarly, Bennett implicated his younger brother Derrick who was eventually arrested on Wednesday, 08 January 2025. 

A search conducted at Derrick’s place in Soshanguve, resulted in the recovery of a Chevrolet Utility bakkie and other items. Further investigation led the police to Morgan Mphela (51) who bought a suspected stolen Isuzu bakkie from the trio, then chopped it to sell parts. He was charged for possession of suspected stolen goods.

The Sithole brothers are expected to make the third appearance on Wednesday, 22 January 2025, subsequent to initial appearances on Friday, 10 and Wednesday, 15 January 2025. Morgan Mphela is appearing separately in the Garankuwa Magistrates’ Court for possession of suspected stolen goods.

The acting Provincial Commissioner of North West, Major General Patrick Asaneng hailed all members involved for their dedication that resulted in the arrests and recoveries.  

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