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The Department of Correctional Services, working with the South Africa Police Services (SAPS) has launched a man hunt following a breakout of two offenders at Witbank Correctional Centre. Offender Nkosi Mduduzi Isaac has been apprehended and the other offender Cele Linda Michael (33) is still on the loose.

The two maximum classified offenders escaped when they managed to bend an iron bar on top of the courtyard opening through which they gained access through the roof. They then climbed over two security fences, equipped with razor wire and electric fencing by using offender’s jersey as well as homemade gloves made from blankets.

The Department of Correctional Services and SAPS have sent an appeal to everyone to assist with any information that could lead to the re-arrest of Cele Linda Michael. The public is advised to immediately contact their nearest police station and never attempt to institute a citizen’s arrest as the offender is regarded as dangerous. The photo of the offender is also circulated to assist the law enforcement agencies and the citizens to identify the escapee and help to bring them to face the full might of the law.

Although the escape rate is low, the department remains concerned about any escape and continues to strive towards the ideal standard of zero escapes.

Issued by Department of Correctional Services