22/04/2026
BREAKING NEWS: Prisoner Escapes from Sasolburg Correctional Services
Residents of Sasolburg and surrounding areas are urged to remain alert following the escape of a male prisoner from the Sasolburg Correctional Services facility.
According to official information seen by this publication, the escaped individual has been identified as Shima Motjie, a 45 year old South African male. He was born on 05 July 1980 and is classified under the South Sotho ethnic group. At the time of reporting, details regarding the circumstances of his escape and any active warrants linked to his detention have not yet been publicly confirmed.
A profile photo of the individual has been circulated to assist members of the public in identifying him. Authorities are expected to release further details regarding the case, including the nature of the offence and the timeline of the escape.
Community members are strongly advised not to approach the individual if seen, but to immediately contact the nearest police station or law enforcement authorities.
Law enforcement agencies are currently investigating the matter and have launched a manhunt to locate and apprehend the escapee.
Anyone with information that may assist in the arrest is encouraged to come forward.
More updates will follow as information becomes available.
