Card scammer suspects arrested near Lion's Head
According to SANParks, the suspects had been operating from a white BMW, using a fraudulent card machine to deceive international tourists.
The group reportedly distracted the victims during transactions, leaving with their credit cards after pretending the devices were malfunctioning.
The alert was raised quickly, and thanks to prompt collaboration between SEAM and the Camps Bay CID, the suspect vehicle was identified and flagged.
The City of Cape Town's Metro Police later intercepted and apprehended the suspects in the Green Point area.
The trio was arrested for driving with false registration plates and possession of a card scamming device.
Fortunately, no financial losses were reported, as all attempted transactions were unsuccessful.
'We are grateful for the immediate and effective partnership between SANParks and our local enforcement agencies,' a SANParks spokesperson said.
'This sends a clear message that criminal activity will not be tolerated, especially in areas frequented by visitors.'
Table Mountain National Park, one of South Africa's most iconic tourist destinations, continues to be a hotspot for both nature lovers and, unfortunately, opportunistic criminals.
SANParks reiterated its commitment to visitor safety, encouraging tourists to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
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