Police rescue kidnapped Joburg businessman, arrest four in ransom sting
The victim was allegedly kidnapped at his business premises in Cleveland by unknown suspects.
A Johannesburg businessman was rescued by police after being kidnapped from his business premises in Cleveland on August 15, 2026. The victim was released unharmed after a ransom demand was met, and police arrested four suspects along with seizing vehicles and cellphones linked to the crime. Police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi revealed that several bank transactions were made on the victim's account and a ransom was demanded for his release.
The suspects are set to face Johannesburg Magistrates' Court on August 19, 2026. Meanwhile, a prominent KZN businessman was arrested earlier this week for alleged human trafficking and kidnapping, with his name mentioned during inquiries into corruption in the police service and criminal justice system.
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