On Sunday, 04 January 2026, at approximately 17:20, an off-duty female police constable fought off two armed men attempting to hijack her vehicle outside a shop at the corner of Du Plessis Street and Main Road.
The suspects, armed with firearms, attempted to force the officer into her vehicle’s boot. A struggle ensued.
Following the arrival of private armed response and SAPS patrols, one 18-year-old suspect was apprehended. A replica firearm was recovered. A second suspect fled.
The arrested suspect is due to appear in the Humansdorp Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 06 January 2025, facing charges of attempted hijacking, attempted kidnapping, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, and contravention of the Firearms Control Act.
Police seek the second suspect. Information can be provided to Detective Warrant Officer Zuan Nepgen at 081 234 7783, CrimeStop at 08600 10111, or any police station.