CRIME SCENE: Eldorado Park, Gauteng: A kidnapped victim is safe at home after police rescued him and arrested his attackers.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Eldorado Park received information about a 32-year-old man who was kidnapped at Jeppe on 20 August 2026. 

According to SAPS the suspects allegedly demanded a ransom for his release.

“Information received was operationalised. The vehicle matching the description of the suspects, aged between 32 and 39-years, was later spotted at the Freedom Park informational settlement. The police swiftly approached the vehicle, and all three suspects were apprehended. 

“The victim was rescued unharmed. Two 9mm firearms were recovered and will be subjected to ballistic testing to determine linkages to other crimes committed,” said SAPS.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were from George Goch hostel in Jeppe. Police investigations are continuing.