Crime experts say stats don’t reflect Cape Flats reality

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu released the quarterly crime statistics for 1 October to 31 December 2024, highlighting some reductions in crime rates, with murder cases down by 9.8%, rape by 3.3%, and attempted sexual offences by 3.2% compared to the same period in 2023. However, a 6.2% rise in murder cases from the previous quarter in 2024 signals areas of concern that require further attention. While the reductions in certain […]