Two dangerous men escaped on Wednesday after they appeared in the Zwelitsha Magistrate’s Court in the Eastern Cape, the correctional services department said.
The department said that it launched a manhunt after the two men escaped at around 2pm.
“The two offenders, a 30-year-old Lwandile Lolwana and Nkosana Mpe, 35, escaped with a white bakkie, registration number FPH048EC and are alleged to be armed. Both offenders are incarcerated for serious crimes, which include rape and robbery and are considered to be dangerous,” the department said.
“The Department is appealing to everyone to assist with any information that could lead to their re-arrest. The public is further advised to immediately contact their nearest police station and never attempt to apprehend them.”
The department was working with the police and said they were “hot on the heels” of the men.
– African News Agency (ANA)
