Meyerton police are searching for three suspects following a fire that damaged four buildings in the town’s central business district on Tuesday evening, 21 July .
According to Meyerton SAPS spokesperson Cst Nompumelelo Zazini, CCTV footage allegedly captured the suspects entering an Ackermans store shortly before the fire started at about 19:00.
“The suspects fled the scene after the fire broke out,” Zazini said.
The blaze affected the Meyerton SASSA offices, Crazy Store, Fashion World and Sweets Land. No injuries were reported.
Police have opened an arson case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Meyerton Station Commander Colonel Senzangakona Christopher Mohale has appealed to anyone with information to contact Meyerton SAPS on 082 822 7680 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
Information may also be submitted anonymously through the MySAPS App.
