NORTHERN CAPE - The police were out in full force and arrested 8 male suspects for various criminal activities in Prieska.

The police followed up on information and confiscated goods that were allegedly stolen during house breakings and also arrested others for possession of suspected stolen goods.

The police confiscated an alleged stolen laptop, DVD player, amplifier and power tools that was stolen.

Further information led to the arrest of a 37-year-old male for with Tik worth R300-00.

The suspects are aged between 20 and 63-year-old and will be appearing in court soon.

The Pixley Ka Seme Cluster Commander, Brig Nomana Adonis commended the Prieska Station Commander, Lt Col Rendani Ndou and his members for the continued unabated efforts in addressing crime in the area.

Police are issuing a stern warning, which dealing in stolen goods is a crime. As a community, we need to be responsible. Do not deal in stolen goods.

Source: South African Police Service