A man has escaped from prison in Limpopo Witpoort Policing area
Witpoort Police outside Lephalale in Waterberg District are urgently seeking the assistance of the public in locating, Peter Mapito Maphoto (37), who #escaped from police custody on Monday afternoon, 12 February 2024 at about 15:00.
It is alleged that the accused was arrested for charges of house breaking and theft, assault GBH and rape committed in Tom Burk and escaped upon arrival at the Witpoort Police Station where he was supposed to be detained.
The escape is currently under thorough investigation, and measures are being taken to apprehend the suspect.
The police urge anyone who has any information regarding the whereabouts of the escapee to contact the Investigating Officer
Constable Kgoroshi Mocheko on 068 744 2441 or 082 414 2279, #CrimeStop number 08600 10111 or the nearest police station or use #MySAPSApp.
Police investigations are still continuing.
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