Transnet Freight Rail Under Attack by Cable Thieves

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Transnet Freight Rail Under Attack by Cable Thieves

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Transnet Freight Rail Under Attack By Cable Thieves
Over the past week, Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) has experienced a surge in cable thefts and vandalism across its rail network. These security incidents have had a severe impact on operations, resulting in significant delays in train services. In just 14 days, TFR has experienced 152 cable theft incidents, resulting in over 40km of cable lost. These incidents often appear to be well-coordinated and planned to cause maximum disruption. The theft and vandalism of infrastructure are often carried out by large groupings of 20-25 people, who are armed and not hesitant to use force to commit these crimes...
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