01/01/2026
SAPS INVESTIGATING DRUGGING AND THEFT CASE IN PRETORIA NORTH
SUSPECT IDENTIFIED!
Media House News
South African Police Service (SAPS) in Pretoria North are investigating a serious case of theft, alleged drugging, and fraud following an incident that occurred on 23 December 2025.
According to the complainant, an unknown woman visited his residence in Pretoria North on the evening in question. After consuming drinks together, the complainant reports losing consciousness and later waking up around 14:00 the following day to find his apartment almost completely emptied.
Items reported stolen include:
•An iPhone
•A work laptop
•A work cellphone
•Alcohol
•Stationery
•An estimated R25,000 fraudulently accessed from a credit card via a mobile banking application
The total value of the loss is estimated at over R114,000.
The complainant further stated that he was unable to act immediately, as his phone — which allegedly contained critical evidence — was stolen during the incident. After receiving a replacement device, previously deleted images believed to be connected to the suspect were recovered and handed over to police.
A criminal case was officially opened on 24 December 2025 at Pretoria North Police Station.
The complainant has raised serious concerns that this may not be an isolated incident, warning that similar methods could be used on other victims — particularly individuals with weaker immune systems — with potentially fatal consequences.
Anyone who recognises the individual or has relevant information is strongly encouraged to contact:
Pretoria North SAPS, or
Crime Stop: 08600 10111