The Capture of Collen Chauke: South Africa's Most Wanted Fugitive
On January 19, 1999, Collen Chauke, once South Africa’s most wanted fugitive, was captured near the borders of Swaziland and Mozambique. Known for his involvement in a daring R12.6 million heist from the SBV cash depot in Pretoria and a dramatic prison escape, Chauke’s story is one of audacity, evasion, and ultimate downfall. In this video, we uncover the details of his infamous crimes, the nationwide manhunt that followed, and how his life took a surprising turn behind bars.
📅 Key Moments Covered:
The daring SBV cash depot heist
His bold escape from Pretoria local prison
The intense manhunt and his eventual capture
Life after capture: conversion to Islam and his final years
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Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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