Cable Theft Suspect's Life Hangs By A Thread

Monday, April 12, 2021

Just a week after a smash and grab thief died on the job when things went south, a suspected cable thief has been caught red-handed following an electric shock at Old Naledi, Gaborone on Friday.

The suspected cable thief who was found in flames at the top of the electricity distribution pole by members of the community is currently fighting for his life at Princess Marina Hospital (PMH).

Confirming investigation into the Friday night incident to The Monitor, Naledi Police Station commander, superintendent Nelson Selabe said they suspect the 31-year-old Motswana man was trying to steal electricity cables because he was spotted at the top of the pole in flames holding a garden saw.

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Cable Theft Suspect's Life Hangs By A Thread

Just a week after a smash and grab thief died on the job when things went south, a suspected cable thief has been caught red-handed following an electric shock at Old Naledi, Gaborone on Friday.

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