Polokwane – A second suspect in a PHD Health Market franchise fraud case has been arrested in Limpopo.
Limpopo Hawks spokesperson Colonel Avele Fumba said another accused, Pieter Antonio Dupper, was arrested on suspicion of defrauding a Limpopo pensioner of more than R600 000 through a PHD Health Market franchise scheme.
Dupper appeared in the Thabamoopo Magistrate’s Court and was granted bail of R10 000.
Colonel Fumba said further investigations led to the arrest of a 47-year-old suspect, who can not be named until he appears in court.
It is alleged the complainant invested R378 000 after responding to a franchise advertisement.
The pensioner later spent about R228 000 on equipment after being advised to convert her garage into business premises.
However, the equipment was never delivered, and communication later ceased.
The business was also no longer operating from its listed address.
On 25 June 2026, the Hawks served the 47-year-old suspect with a J175 criminal summons.
He is expected to appear before the Polokwane Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on 8 July 2026, where he will join his co-accused, Dupper.
Limpopo Hawks Provincial Head, Major General Advocate Gopz Govender, commended the team and warned the public to verify investment opportunities before committing funds.
