Minister attacked by thugs

Pini Bothoko | Monday February 14, 2022 23:26

 

Police released a video showing thugs attack motorists by Broadhurst

This time around they attacked the Minister of Health and Wellness, Edwin Dikoloti and left him with injuries.

The incident occurred on Saturday at around 8pm near Total Filling Station, which is one of the ‘smash and grab’ hotspots in Broadhurst.

Broadhurst Police Station commander, Superintendent Obusitswe Lokae said the minister was using his personal Mercedes Benz car when three assailants attacked him.

Lokae stated that the minister was attacked whilst traffic was backed up towards Taung traffic lights.

“The three men pounced on him, broke the driver’s window and scratched him with a sharp object on his hands and leg and escaped the crime scene. Luckily they did not steal anything from him but investigations into the matter are ongoing to locate and arrest the suspects. The minister was treated for minor injuries and was released the same evening,” Lokae said.

Lokae further stated that ‘smash and grab’ remain rampant in his policing area identifying Taung hiking stop, bus stop opposite Sefalana cash and carry, Total Filling Station bus stop along A1 Highway as hotspots.