#WANTED Police in Kuruman have launched a manhunt following the escape of two prisoners

Tuesday 5 May 2026

#WANTED Police in Kuruman have launched a manhunt following the escape of two prisoners in Kuruman on Monday, 04 May 2026, at approximately 16:20.

According to reports, members were transporting prisoners to the correctional facility when the escape of two prisoners occurred.

The escaped suspects have been identified as: Oratile Theophilas Ntwagae (28), a South African national who is facing charges of murder and kidnapping and Kabelo Edward Masilo (22), a Lesotho national who is facing charges of murder as well as contravention of Sections 43, 32, and 34 of the Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002).

A 72-hour activation plan has been activated and a multi-disciplinary team comprising of Mothibistad SAPS, Kuruman Public Order Policing (POP) members, the Community Policing Forum (CPF), and private security, have been deployed to assist in the search and re-arrest of the escapees.

Police are urging members of the public not to approach the suspects, as they may be dangerous. Anyone with information that could assist in locating the suspects, is requested to immediately contact their nearest police station or call the SAPS #CrimeStop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, Captain Makoloi can be contacted on 0823739947 or Captain Lechwiti on 0823740392.

The matter will be investigated internally to determine if any negligence, resulted in the escape of the prisoners.

Investigations continue.
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REMEMBER keep your eyes peeled and report ALL crime.
If you know anything about this case or any similar crimes, Kindly consider to do the right thing.

Call SAPS Crime line 086 00 10 111 OR download The My SAPS App. It's FREE and you could save a life.
Teach your children how to use The My SAPS App.
You can aslo call or visit your local police station.
Call 10 111.
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