Police are investigating two separate housebreaking and theft cases reported in Manzini and Mbabane, with cash and property worth more than E84 000 reported stolen.
In Manzini, a 48-year-old man of Ngwane Park reported the incident after discovering that his house had been broken into on September 25.
According to the police, the complainant discovered the break-in at about 5:30 pm. The unknown suspect allegedly gained entry into the house through the door before stealing E9,700 in cash and various items valued at E34,500.
Among the property reported stolen are a laptop and a studio microphone. Police have since opened investigations to establish how the suspect gained access to the house and to trace the stolen property.
Meanwhile, Mbabane police are investigating a separate housebreaking and theft case reported at Mountain Inn.
A 31-year-old woman at Mountain Inn discovered the incident at about 7 am on September 25. Police said the woman discovered that her house had been broken into, with the suspect allegedly gaining entry through the door. Property valued at E40 000 was reportedly stolen during the incident.
The two cases bring the total reported value of stolen cash and property to E84 200. The Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS) has appealed to members of the public with information that could help identify the suspects or recover the stolen property to come forward.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police emergency lines on 999, 9999 or 112. Police have assured informants that their anonymity will be guaranteed. Investigations into both incidents are ongoing.
