On 21 February 2025, at approximately 02h00, a house robbery and kidnapping occurred in the Sundumbili policing precinct. Armed suspects stormed a home, abducting a male victim and two 16-year-old females, before fleeing in a black and white Toyota Corolla.
Hours later, at 12h00, the suspects made ransom demands via a stolen cellphone, prompting a multi-agency response. The Sundumbili Tracing Team, IPSS Isitebe Security, and Marshall Security’s Special Operations Team launched a coordinated effort search for the suspects.
Marshall Security, in collaboration with the Pinetown Trio Crime Task Team, quickly mobilized to the Kwadengezi area. Their rapid response led to the first suspect’s arrest, who was found in possession of the victim’s cellphone — used to demand ransom.
Under questioning, the suspect provided crucial information leading the team to a second suspect at Gillitts Road, Westmead Taxi Rank. Officers apprehended the second suspect, recovering an unlicensed firearm and one of the getaway vehicles. Despite continued efforts, the remaining suspects are still at large.
However, due to the intense pressure from law enforcement and security teams, the victims were released unharmed. Unfortunately, a significant amount of money was withdrawn from one of the victim’s accounts before their release.
The suspects will appear in Pinetown Court on Monday to face their charges before being transferred to Sundumbili SAPS to answer for the house robbery and kidnapping. The investigation remains ongoing.
This successful operation was the result of outstanding teamwork between multiple law enforcement and security teams. Marshall Security extends its gratitude to the Sundumbili Tracing Team, IPSS Isitebe Security and Pinetown Trio Crime Task Team for their dedication and swift action in bringing these dangerous criminals to justice.
Marshall Security remains committed to ensuring the safety of the community through rapid response, intelligence-driven investigations, and close collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
