Police in Villiers are investigating a case of carjacking and kidnapping after a 35-year-old Bangladeshi, Nadim Hoshen, was kidnapped during a carjacking incident on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, at about 18:00, at the corner of Pearson and Main Street in Villiers.
It is alleged that the victim, Mr Hoshen, was sitting in his vehicle when two unknown males accosted him and took his Nissan Qashqai. The vehicle was later found abandoned about five kilometres (5km) away from the scene however, the victim was nowhere to be found.
On Wednesday, 14 October 2026, the suspected kidnappers are said to have contacted the victim’s family, demanding a ransom of R3 Million for the safe release of the victim. The 35-year-old Bangladeshi has not yet been found thus far.
The suspects are unknown males suspected to be driving either a white Toyota Corolla, VW Polo Classic, or Suzuki Dzire.
Anyone with information regarding the kidnapping or whereabouts of the 35-year-old Bangladeshi, Nadim Hoshen, is requested to contact the Free State Province Serious and Violent Crimes Unit, Lietenant Colonel Sandile Dladla at 073 226 6788, or Sergeant Nondlela Mthembu at 067 144 5017. Alternatively, the information can be submitted on #MySAPSApp or call the SAPS #CrimeStop number 08600 10111
