These investigations stem from cases registered by the owners of farms in the area during 2017 and 2018. The cases were handed over to the Provincial Task Team after it was brought to the attention of the Acting Provincial Commissioner that there was no progress with regards to the investigations into these cases. Following a protracted investigation which included the involvement of the office of the Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions in KZN, a controlled operation was conducted and the suspect sold private land to police agents for R20, 000-00. His associates fled when they received news of his arrest at the Mzinyathi area in Inanda and police are currently looking for two more suspects.
The suspect is expected is expected to appear at the Ntuzuma Magistrates Court this morning facing charges of fraud and malicious damage to property. More charges may likely be added following his court appearance. We are appealing to the outstanding suspects to hand themselves over to investigators. We are also appealing to those that bought land illegally in that area to come forward as soon as possible and co-operate with the investigating officers. Those who have information that is pertinent in this investigation are requested to contact the investigating officer, Detective Warrant Officer Mlungwana on 082 6627 764.
