Ernest Brandon (48), an illegal foreigner who was a fake psychiatric doctor, was initially arrested in January 2021 with five other suspects for alleged illegal mining at Phashaskraal village outside Burgersfort

Ernest Brandon (48), an illegal foreigner who was a fake psychiatric doctor, was initially arrested in January 2021 with five other suspects for alleged illegal mining at Phashaskraal village outside Burgersfort.

They were all released on bail and given their next court date. On the next court date, Brandon never pitched up, as a result, a warrant of arrest was issued against him.

The Hawks are pleading with anyone who knows his whereabouts to contact the investigating officer, Colonel De Lange on 071 481 2527.