Anichka Penev has been found

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Western Cape police have confirmed that Anichka Penev who was kidnapped more than a week ago in Ipswich Road, in the Blue Downs area, was found on Friday night.

Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi says she has been safely reunited with her loved ones.

Police are staying mum on Penev’s return and say the circumstances surrounding the kidnapping are still under investigation.

The 35 year old was kidnapped on 29 September. A few days later it was reported that a ransom had been requested for her release.

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At the time of the kidnapping a family member expressed concern that the police’s 10111 emergency number was not working when members of the public tried to contact it to provide information.

“We have been getting so many calls from people offering valid information that could’ve helped us when she went missing, but for some reason, the 10111 number doesn’t seem to be working, which is very concerning.”

According to reports, the National Anti-Kidnapping Task Team with the assistance of Hostage Negotiator Team of WC SAPS guided and assisted the family in negotiating a successful release from captivity.

Penev was taken for a medical check-up after her release and was reunited with her family.

 

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