Kidnapped at gunpoint! – Gqeberha gran found safe after ransom horror

Kidnapping

Gqeberha – A 65-year-old woman, Lindsay Knowlden, who was kidnapped from the Markman Fresh Produce Market in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, has been safely reunited with her family.

Knowlden was abducted early on Saturday morning shortly after arriving at work.

She and her husband were confronted by two armed men who pulled them from their vehicle and forced Lindsay into the back of a silver VW Polo, reports said.

Her husband, an agent at the market, was injured during the attack.

A ransom was later demanded for her release, though it is unclear if it was paid.

She was found and returned safely on Wednesday.

Andre Snyman, founder of community safety organisation eBlockWatch, confirmed her return on Facebook, thanking police, private teams, community networks, and everyone who helped in the search.

“After being kidnapped at gunpoint on Saturday morning at the Fresh Produce Market in Gqeberha, Lindsay Knowlden has been safely returned,” Snyman said. 



“To the police, private teams, community networks, and every person who shared, searched, and stood together — thank you.
This was a massive team effort. We are deeply grateful.”

Police are investigating the incident.

The Eastern Cape has seen a surge in kidnappings over the past year, with Gqeberha emerging as a hotspot for such crimes.

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