Atm Bombing Foiled and Seven Suspects Arrested
Law enforcement at the crime scene in Klerksdorp arrested seven suspects planning to bomb ATM photos supplied
By Colonel Katlego Mogale
HAWKS spokesperson
On Tuesday morning, 03 March 2026, members of the Special Task Force (STF), Hawks’ Tactical Operations Management Section (TOMS) and other roleplayers arrested seven suspects aged between 30 and 58 years in Klerksdorp who were planning to bomb an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) in Klerksdorp CBD.
Their arrest follows information received by the Hawks’ Tactical Operations Management Section about a planned ATM bombing in Klerksdorp.
The members acted swiftly and arrested the suspects before committing the crime.
One rifle, one pistol and explosives were recovered. The suspects will be charged with possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, conspiracy to commit crime and possession of suspected stolen motor vehicle.
They will appear in the Klerksdorp Magistrates’ Court soon.
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