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Kamogelo Baukudi: Breakthrough in kidnapping of Free State teen
A 42-year-old police sergeant has been taken in for questioning and detained in Bloemfontein, Free State, in connection with the kidnapping of 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi.
The teenager was kidnapped on Thursday, 5 June and has not been seen since.
South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson in the Free State, Brigadier Motantsi Makhele said the sergeant will appear in court soon in connection with the case.
Free State police commissioner Lieutenant General Baile Motswenyane, has reiterated the SAPS's unwavering commitment to uncovering the full truth behind this heinous crime.
Motswenyane said the investigation has now entered a crucial phase.
'The involvement of any SAPS member in criminal acts will not be tolerated. Culprits will be held accountable – even if they are within our own ranks,' Motswenyane said.
The SAPS continues to appeal for public assistance. Anyone with information is urged to contact Lieutenant Colonel Kelaotswe Lebodi – 082 527 6348, Lieutenant Colonel David Ramasoala – 082 527 7390 or Captain Sabata Jafta Moseme – 082 526 2713. Alternatively, they can drop an anonymous tip on the MySAPS App of call the SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
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