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The Star
3 hours ago
- The Star
Limpopo man purchased R1. 3 million Ford Ranger Raptor with fake payslips, and vanished
Jonisayi Maromo | Published 8 hours ago The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, also known as the Hawks, has arrested a 27-year-old Limpopo man for fraud after he allegedly acquired a top-of-the-range Ford Raptor fraudulently. The 27-year-old man who cannot be identified until he appears in court was nabbed by the Hawks' serious commercial crime investigation unit and the Sekhukhune tracing team at Groblersdal in Limpopo. 'It is alleged that during April 2023, the accused applied for motor vehicle finance at WesBank to purchase a Ford Ranger Raptor valued at over R1.3 million. 'The accused allegedly attached the bank statement and the employer's payslip as requested,' said Warrant Officer Lethunya Mmuroa, spokesperson for the Hawks in Limpopo. 'The application was processed and approved.' The dealership then contacted the 27-year-old man and notified him that his application had been successful. 'He went to the dealership in Polokwane to collect the car, accompanied by two men who are also suspects,' said Mmuroa. As days went by, the 27-year-old man failed to make the monthly installments for the vehicle. The bank tried to contact him without success. 'WesBank conducted a forensic audit and noticed that the accused used fraudulent documents during his application. The matter was reported to the Hawks' serious commercial crime investigation in Polokwane for assistance,' said Mmuroa. Investigations were conducted by the Hawks, which led to the arrest of the first accused person in the matter in January 2024. 'Further investigations revealed that the arrested suspect, aged 27, assisted the accused to defraud and collect the vehicle from the dealership,' said Mmuroa. 'The suspect is expected to appear before the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court, sitting in Polokwane, on 28 July 2025.' Meanwhile, provincial head of the Hawks in Limpopo, Major General Gopz Govender has welcomed the arrest of the suspect. In 2023, IOL reported that a Limpopo woman, aged 22, was sentenced to pay R10 000 or spend two years in jail after she used fraudulent documents to buy a Hyundai Atos. At the time, Hawks in Limpopo, Lieutenant-Colonel Matimba Maluleke said the Hyundai Atos valued at over R340 000 was financed by Wesbank in 2022. 'Miranda Thandaza Lubisi was sentenced for fraud by the Polokwane Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on 12 May, 2023,' Matimba said. 'On 16 September, 2022, the accused visited a vehicle dealership in Tzaneen and showed interest in a Hyundai Atos valued at R346 122. The accused was assisted by the salesperson at the dealership to apply for vehicle finance that was later approved by Wesbank.' Maluleke said the vehicle was delivered to Lubisi. 'After a few months, the bank was audited and it was discovered that the accused used fraudulent documents to apply for vehicle finance. The case of fraud was opened at Tzaneen police station and transferred to the Hawks' serious commercial crime investigation unit for further handling,' he said. A thorough investigation was conducted, and consequently, the accused was arrested and charged with fraud. After a few court appearances, she was granted bail until she was convicted and sentenced to pay R10 000 or two years' imprisonment,' Maluleke said. 'She was further sentenced to five years imprisonment which is suspended for five years on condition that she does not commit similar offences during the suspension period.' [email protected] IOL News
The Citizen
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Car-shopping on a budget? Try used Suzuki Swift or Hyundai Atos
Plenty of good buys on pre-owned showroom floors for under R140 000. The Suzuki Swift is one of the most popular hatchbacks in South Africa. Picture: Jaco van der Merwe While the most affordable new passenger car in South Africa starts at R176 999, there are plenty of practical used alternatives — like the ever-popular Suzuki Swift — available for under R140 000, according to AutoTrader data. The Suzuki Swift and other hatchbacks like the Hyundai Atos and Ford Figo are affordable to fuel, insure and maintain. 'In the face of South Africa's current economic challenges, consumers are increasingly looking for ways to make their money go further without compromising on quality,' says AutoTrader CEO George Mienie. 'Even in a constrained financial environment, several well-priced and reliable options are within reach, ensuring that budget-conscious buyers can make a smart, long-term investment without sacrificing performance or safety.' Suzuki Swift The affable Suzuki Swift is one of the best-selling budget cars in Mzansi. It averages R138 945 in the used car market with average mileage being a very respectable 30 455km. Typical registration age is four years. While the latest generation Swift is powered by a three-cylinder 1.2-litre petrol engine, most of the pre-owned listed models feature the four-pot 1.2-litre petrol mill. With a claimed fuel consumption of just 4.9 litres per 100km, the Suzuki Swift is one of the most frugal cars around. Hyundai Atos While the little hatch is not offered by the Korean carmaker anymore, it's very popular on pre-owned showroom floors. From January to March, the average price for a pre-owned Atos was R138 255. It featured an average mileage of 34 088km with an average age of four years. The final iteration of the Hyundai was powered by a 1.1-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine. It sends 50kW and 99Nm of torque to the front wheel via a five-speed manual gearbox. Hyundai claims it will only sip 5.9 litres per 100km. ALSO READ: New Suzuki Swift prime example of why brand's stock keep rising Ford Figo The Fiesta-based hatchback is a firm favourite among local buyers despite being discontinued. It has an average price of R132 955, average age of five years with average mileage of 34 937km. Depending on its age, there are also various powertrains to choose from. Besides a three-pot 1.5-litre petrol mill, it was also offered with a 1.5-litre diesel mill before 2018, The latter produces excellent fuel economy of 4.1L/100km. ALSO READ: Hilux dethroned as Suzuki Swift tops new vehicle sales in January
