23/05/2026
[EASTERN CAPE SAPS RELEASE FACIAL COMPOSITION OF PERSON OF INTEREST: SEVEN FOUNTAINS HOUSE ROBBERY]
Detectives at Seven Fountains are seeking the community’s assistance in tracing a person of interest in connection with a house robbery that took place on 24 September 2025 at Woodbury Lodge Game Reserve.
It is alleged that at approximately 19:50 on the above-mentioned date, a female complainant came out of the shower when she heard the dog barking inside the house. She put on her gown and opened the front door to let the dog out. Upon opening the door, she saw six unknown African males at the door. Five of the males were wearing balaclavas, and one male’s face was uncovered. The males then took her to her bedroom, tied her hands behind her back to a chair, and demanded to know where safes were kept. The complainant told them there were no safes in the house. The suspects took four laptops, two cellphones, and jewellery before leaving on foot. The complainant managed to free herself and went to neighbours for help.
A facial composition of the person of interest (the suspect whose face was not covered) has been compiled.
Anyone who can assist in tracing the person of interest is asked to contact Investigating Officer Sergeant Molefe on 061 144 3683 or on 08600 10111, or the . All information is confidential, and callers may remain anonymous. ST
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