Mozambican Fugitive Nelson Massango Arrested in South Africa After Prison Escape
Nelson Simão Massango, a Mozambican fugitive who escaped from BO Prison in December, was arrested in Sandton, South Africa. He is suspected of stealing cars for smuggling into Mozambique. Massango had been sentenced to 20 years for murder in 2015.
Nelson Simão Massango, a Mozambican fugitive, was apprehended by South African police in Sandton earlier this week. This arrest occurred after he had escaped from the Maximum Security Penitentiary in Maputo in December of the previous year.
Authorities reported that Massango was detained while at a car rental dealership situated north of Johannesburg. He is currently facing allegations of participating in a car theft operation within the Gauteng province, which reportedly involves smuggling stolen vehicles into Mozambique.
In December, over 1,500 inmates escaped from the BO Prison, with Massango being one of the notable cases. He had previously been sentenced to 20 years in prison for a murder committed in 2015, raising concerns about his criminal activities since his escape.
In summary, Nelson Simão Massango’s arrest highlights ongoing issues surrounding prison escapes and criminal activities across borders. His involvement in car theft and smuggling adds to concerns regarding the efficacy of police and security measures in both South Africa and Mozambique. As authorities continue to address these challenges, the recent apprehension of Massango underscores the persistent nature of criminal networks.
Original Source: clubofmozambique.com
