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The Citizen
18-05-2025
- The Citizen
7 arrested after Clarens ATM bombing and police chase
Police have arrested seven suspects in connection with an ATM bombing in Clarens, Free State, earlier this week. The seven individuals, aged between 24 and 36, were arrested in Ficksburg yesterday after SAPS officers spotted a Toyota Fortuner parked near an ATM at about 01:00. 'Two males were seen tampering with the ATM. Upon noticing the police presence, the suspects attempted to flee the scene. A vehicle pursuit ensued, culminating in the successful apprehension of the Fortuner's five occupants, including one woman,' police spokesperson Sergeant Mahlomola Kareli said in a statement. All suspects are foreign nationals. Four of them have been confirmed as undocumented immigrants. The suspects were wanted in connection with the bombing of an ATM located at a petrol station in Clarens, on Tuesday. On the day four suspects were seen near an ATM located at a petrol station in Clarens. Moments later, an explosion occurred, followed by gunfire. Upon receiving the alert, members of the Clarens SAPS responded swiftly. 'Preliminary investigations confirmed that explosives had been used to destroy the ATM and an undisclosed sum of money was stolen. 'Initial reports pointed to four suspects travelling in a blue Toyota Fortuner with Gauteng registration plates. This vital information was immediately circulated and a co-ordinated manhunt was launched,' SAPS said. The blue Toyota Fortuner has been seized as evidence in the ongoing investigation. 'The suspects will appear in the Clarens and Ficksburg magistrate's courts in due course. The provincial Serious, Violent and Murder Unit has taken over the investigation, focusing on charges of business robbery and other possible related offences. Further inquiries are ongoing to determine any links to additional criminal activities,' Kareli said. – Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Yahoo
Man killed after being hit by van in 'road rage' horror
A man was killed after being hit by a van in a 'road rage' horror incident in Oldham on Wednesday night (March 26). Police and paramedics raced to the scene of the fatal crash on the Chadderton Roundabout off Broadway, near to the Elk Mill Shopping Park shortly after 7pm. A huge cordon was put in place as Serious Collision officers and traffic cops attended the incident. An air ambulance was also scrambled to the scene and landed nearby. Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE A man, thought to be in his 50s, was struck with the van and was later pronounced dead as a result of his injuries. He has not yet been identified. The suspect, the driver of the van, then fled the scene, with a manhunt now ongoing to find him. Police confirmed they were called to reports of a 'serious assault' involving a van striking a male pedestrian. One witness said the victim, who was in a car, 'got out to speak to the other driver' before he was deliberately struck. A major emergency response was called to the scene. Fire crews also attended the incident, beside the A627(M) slip road, and erected dignity screens. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "Emergency services are responding to reports of a serious assault on Broadway in Chadderton this evening. A van collided with a male pedestrian, who sadly died at the scene. "Officers are making enquiries to locate the offender. A scene remains in place alongside several road closures in the area." --- Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@ or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Penn State Thespian Society presents 'Legally Blonde' the musical March 27th-29th
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — Penn State Thespian Society, which is a theater group based out of Penn State University that brings non-theater major students together over their love of theater. For their spring musical they selected Legally Blonde the musical. Robert Connolly is a senior who is directing the show. Delaney Beal plays the role of Elle Woods, and Jude Musolino, plays Warner Huntington III. The students discuss how they decided on the show, the process of auditions and rehearsals, the storyline of the show, and what they enjoy about their roles. Delaney Beal as the role of Elle Woods, and Jude Musolino as the role of Warner Huntington III perform 'Serious.' This is the scene where Elle is anticipating a proposal from Warner, but he has other plans. Delaney Beal as the role of Elle Woods performing the song, 'So Much Better.' The performances of 'Legally Blonde' the musical will be on Thursday, March 27th at 7:30pm, Friday, March 28th at 7:30pm and on Saturday, March 29th at 1:30pm and 7:30pm. The show will be held in the Schwab Auditorium at Penn State. You can grab your tickets at the door or by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
