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BREAKING | Manhunt after eight detainees escape from Eastern Cape police cells

Theherald · · 183 words · By Daily Dispatch Correspondent
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“Eastern Cape police have launched a manhunt after eight detainees escaped from police station cells.”
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https://timeslive.co.za/news/2026-04-05-breaking-manhunt-aft…
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“The detainees escaped from the Afsondering police station cells in Maluti on Saturday.”
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“Police spokesperson Brig Nobuntu Gantana confirmed police are investigating a case of escaping from lawful custody against the eight escapees.”
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“The escapees are: Asiphe Yawu, Abraham Gobozi, Kwanele Mzala, Siphelele Mkhulisi, Thabo Nana, Siphelele Nondolo, Anele Ludidi, and Sinethemba Mazendala.”
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“A separate case of aiding and abetting was also opened for investigation to determine if the escape was facilitated by others.”
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