Woman granted R4,000 bail over alleged fake property auction in Klerksdorp
A 32-year-old woman has been granted R4,000 bail after allegedly defrauding a property buyer of more than R200,000 in a fake auction scheme, police say.
Rebotile Ankie Mohlolo, a 32-year-old woman, has been granted R4,000 bail after being accused of orchestrating a fraudulent property auction in Klerksdorp. The incident occurred when Mohlolo duped a victim out of R200,000. The case was heard at the Klerksdorp Magistrates’ Court, where Mohlolo also faced charges contravening the Prevention of Organised Crime Act, 1998. The matter was adjourned to October 20, 2026.
According to police, the investigation began after an advertisement for a property auction in Randlespark. The victim, deceived by Mohlolo, responded to the advertisement, providing contact details and subsequently receiving documentation to finalize the purchase. Mohlolo allegedly instructed the victim to pay a R23,000 deposit and an additional invoice totaling over R200,000, which the victim paid as directed.
The victim later discovered that the alleged law firm and estate agency did not exist, and the individuals involved were unaware of the company's existence. Police are still searching for a second suspect and urging the public to be vigilant when responding to property auction advertisements. They recommend verifying the legitimacy of auctioneers, estate agents, and payment details before engaging in any financial transactions.
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