Police in Qumbu arrested a 40 year old man for being in possession of suspected stolen cattle on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, in Blackhill village. The man, allegedly from Umzimkhulu, was headed back home and also to Harding with the cattle.
This according to police spokesperson, Captain Welile Matyolo who said that police received information about cattle being loaded at Blackhill and the Toyota GD6 bakkie used was intercepted.
“Documents for transportation of cattle alleged to be from a local chief were produced and verified. Police returned to the seller for more verification purposes. The seller ran away on police sight. Preliminary investigation revealed that cattle to an estimated value of R60 000,00 were stolen in Gqukunkqa locality under Sulenkama policing precinct. It is alleged that cattle were being taken to Harding and Mzimkhulu,” said Matyolo.
He said the vehicle used in the alleged crime has been impounded by police and that suspect is due to appear in Qumbu Magistrates Court on charges of unlawful possession of suspected to be stolen stock. Investigation into the matter is ongoing.
SAPS OR Tambo District Commissioner, Major General Norman Modishana applauded Qumbu police for their dedication in fighting stock theft.
