2 Scamming Foreign Nationals Arrested in N4 Highway
In a significant development, Gauteng authorities have arrested two foreign nationals for allegedly scamming motorists along the N4 highway in the City of Tshwane.
The individuals reportedly posed as members of a taxi association patrol squad, targeting minibus taxis along the route.
Two people have been arrested for allegedly posing as taxi association patrol in a scam targeting minibus taxis
The operation, led by the Public Transport Intervention Unit (PTIU), also saw the confiscation of two minibus taxis and a vehicle believed to be stolen.
Gauteng Department of Transport and Logistics MEC, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, commended the PTIU for their vigilant efforts, stating:
“The PTIU continues to play an important role in maintaining law and order in the public transport system.
“We welcome the arrest of the two suspects, as these individuals pose a serious threat to the peaceful operation of minibus taxis in our province.”
Scam Operation Unveiled
The arrested individuals allegedly operated along the N4 route, stopping minibus taxis, driving along the highway, and intimidating drivers into paying a spot fine of R2,500 under the disguise of a patrol squad.
The swift intervention of the authorities came in response to community outcry about similar incidents occurring along the N4 route in recent months.
MEC Diale-Tlabela emphasized that the road safety program, specifically the Fatela Road Safety operations, will persist throughout January.
One of the foreign scammers can be seen being put in handcuffs in the above photo
The initiative aims to encourage compliance, promote safe road usage, and address hotspots identified in the province.
The overarching objective is to “reduce carnage through road safety education, encourage responsible road usage, and declare zero tolerance to lawlessness and drunk driving.”
The PTIU, instrumental in the successful operation, will sustain efforts to monitor and ensure compliance and visibility on provincial roads.
MEC Diale-Tlabela affirmed the commitment to maintaining law and order within the public transport system, safeguarding the well-being of motorists and passengers.
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