Suspected house robbers are being sought in Franschhoek. Local Police have launched a manhunt for the 3 suspected house robbers.
House robbers sought in Franschhoek
According to the Police’s Media Liaison Officer, there was an alleged house robbery at a guesthouse in Dirkie Uys Street over the weekend, and the victims were robbed of personal belongings. Sergeant Wesley Twigg says the incident occurred on Sunday, 08 June 2025, at about 01:30 am. It’s alleged that three unknown suspects had entered the premises and robbed the victims of their belongings before fleeing the scene.
He says the circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation. So far, no arrests have been made.
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Suspected robbers on the run
Twigg also added that the Police have registered a house robbery case. At this stage, they call on the public to provide any information about the case. People who have information can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
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The mobile application MySAPS
They can also download the mobile application MySAPS. The information can also be sent anonymously.
The paragraphs below are tips and hints from the Secure Rite Security PAGE
Secure Rite Security is a local security company that has been serving the Helderberg area in the Crime Detection and Prevention sector since 1994. They have a vested interest in the local Neighbourhood Watches.
What to do in the event of a home burglary
Are you worried about crimes that may occur in your home or neighbourhood? Do you want to make sure that the perpetrator is caught and brought to justice? In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of correctly reporting a crime to the local police. We will provide tips on what information to gather and how to best communicate with law enforcement officials.
Being the victim of a crime is often a tumultuous experience, but it is important to remember these basic points to ensure that law enforcement officials can do their job effectively. While home robberies have been on the decline since 2016/17, according to Stats SA, over 141,000 robberies take place every year. The Western Cape is the third-hardest hit region in SA, and, despite Covid forcing many to work from home, it is still vitally important to ensure the safety of you and your family in the unfortunate event of a break-in.
So, what do you need to do if you find your home broken into?
PROTECT YOURSELF FIRST
The first, and most important step is to ensure that you are safe and that the perpetrator is not still in the house. If you have noticed a burglary you should immediately leave the property and contact your security service provider to give backup, if they are not already on the scene.
DO NOT DISTURB
You will instinctively want to check and see what items may have been taken, but it is crucial not to disturb the crime scene, as this may affect the official’s ability to find and trace fingerprints or other clues at the scene. (TEXT: Secure Rite Security)
