Kidnappings in Gauteng shifting from “high-profile ransom” to “express kidnappings

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Bolhuis said kidnapping syndicates are moving away from lengthy, high-profile ransom kidnappings involving wealthy businessmen and instead opting for quick abductions aimed at draining victims’ bank accounts within hours.
27 May English South Africa News

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