A Dash Of Freedom| Watch, Leaked CCTV Footage Exposes How Thabo Bester Escaped From Prison
A leaked video footage has surfaced, revealing Thabo Bester’s daring escape from the Magaung Correctional Centre as he swiftly flees on foot.
On May 3, 2022, Bester successfully executed an audacious plan to fake his death and escape from his cell within the confines of the Bloemfontein prison.
This elaborate scheme involved the assistance of former G4S employees, as well as his partner Nandipha Magudumana and her father, Zolile Cornelius Sekeleni.
The accused individuals now face charges related to their alleged actions, which include planting the body of a Bloemfontein resident named Katlego Bereng in Bester’s cell and subsequently setting a fire as part of their scheme.
THABO BESTER: FOOTAGE OF ESCAPE LEAKS
A video clip shared by eNCA’s Annika Larson has revealed the moment Thabo Bester and former G4S technician Teboho Lipholo made their daring escape from the Magaung prison at 02:49 on May 3, 2022.
The footage captures the two individuals running out of the prison premises, highlighting the audacity and speed of their getaway.
According to reports from Eyewitness News (EWN), Lipholo played a crucial role in the escape plan by assisting in smuggling the body of Katlego Bereng into Bester’s cell mere hours before the escape took place.
This revelation further emphasizes the alleged collaboration and coordination between the involved parties, shedding light on the intricate nature of the escape plot.
However, cameras posted outside the prison spotted Bester and Lipholo running out.
Watch the video below.
EXCLUSIVE: First seen CCTV footage of #ThaboBester and an accomplice escaping from the Mangaung Correctional Centre at 2:59” am on 3 May 2022 . See far right hand corner. Blink and you miss them . Exclusive to #MyGuestTonightWithAnnikaLarsen on @etv @AnnikaLarsen1 pic.twitter.com/8BhCRwYEtV
— Annika Larsen (@AnnikaLarsen1) May 19, 2023