The Department of Transport confirms reports of the unfortunate incident of hijacking involving the Minister of Transport, Ms Sindisiwe Chikunga. The tyres of the Minister’s car were punctured by spikes, bringing the car to a stop enabling the criminals to rob the occupants of valuables. This incident took place in the early hours of Monday morning when the Minister was en route to Pretoria, between N3 Vosloorus and Heidelberg.
Both the Minister and her dedicated SAPS protection team emerged from this incident unharmed and safe. Minister Chikunga remains committed to fulfilling her government responsibilities and is deeply grateful for the overwhelming support she has received from her fellow government colleagues and the people of South Africa.
The matter is currently being investigated by the South African Police Service (SAPS), and as such, we are unable to provide further details.
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