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Rangers established a broad manhunt across the mountain last year September after the incident occurred on Signal Hill, resulting in the arrest of both suspects. The perpetrators were tried at the regional court, found guilty of both charges and subsequently handed an 8 year prison sentence (suspended for 2 years).

TMNP Park Manager, Paddy Gordon commended the sterling work of the rangers and the excellent working relationship that the park has with SAPS.

“Without our key partner SAPS, our efforts to curb criminal incidences will be hampered and we value the vital role they play in fighting crime especially during the arrest this morning”, he said.

We would however like to stress that personal details regarding every individual case cannot be made public without jeopardising operations and further investigations.

The following safety guidelines should be observed when visiting or undertaking recreational activities:

• Don”t hike or cycle alone – go in groups of 4 or more
• Don”t carry valuables, cash, cameras, i-pods etc.
• If threatened – do not resist.
• Do not cycle before 08:00am or after 18:00pm.
• Programme emergency numbers in your phone before you set off.

Emergency numbers:

TMNP Control: 0861-106-417/ SAPS 10111

In the event of an incident please contact SANParks as the collection of information is important to prevent future incidents. All incidents must also be reported to the nearest police station.

Issued By

South African National Parks (SANParks) Cape Region Communications

Enquiries

Merle Collins
Regional Communications Manager: Cape Region
South African National Parks
Email: [email protected]