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Man arrested after setting pitbulls on police during search

A 21-year-old man from Delft was due to appear in the Bellville Magistrate's Court today after being arrested for unleashing his three Pitbull dogs on police officers during a search for illegal firearms. Police found a .45 caliber pistol, ten mandrax tablets, and methamphetamine in his possession. He faces charges of inciting the dogs to attack, unlawful firearm possession, and drug possession. SAPS spokesperson Malcolm Pojie stated that officers had […]

today20 January 2025

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Popcru alarmed by number of killings, suicides among officers

Police union, Popcru, says it is deeply alarmed and saddened by the increasing number of killings and suicides among law enforcement officers. The union was reacting to the incident in which a police officer allegedly shot and killed his Gauteng traffic warden girlfriend Chesnay Patricia Keppler in Eldorado Park south of Johannesburg on Thursday. The police officer then fled the scene and shot himself. He is currently in hospital under police guard. […]

today29 December 2024

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Nyanga police investigate a murder in Browns Farm

Nyanga police are investigating a case of murder following a shooting incident where a young man was shot and killed at Nkamela Street in Browns Farm, Philippi on Tuesday evening 17 December. “Nyanga police responded to a complaint and upon arrival around 21:00, they found the body of an unidentified man who sustained a gunshot wound. The victim was declared deceased on the scene by the medical personnel. The unknown […]

today18 December 2024

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ANTI-GANG UNIT DETECTIVES INITIATE PROBE AS THREE TEENAGERS AND ADULT MALE ARE SHOT IN RAVENSMEAD

Ravensmead police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred this morning, resulting in three injuries and one death. SAPS Brigadier Novela Potelwa reported that additional police deployments have been increased in the area to restore stability following the shooting. According to reports, the victims were on their way to school when the incident took place. It is alleged that two gunmen exited a vehicle on Donnegal Street and began firing […]

today19 November 2024

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SAPS launches safer festive season with firearm seizures

With the festive season approaching, the South African Police Services (SAPS) has launched its annual Safer Festive Season operations in the Western Cape. This initiative aims to enhance public safety for residents and visitors throughout the province. On Tuesday morning, Public Order Police officers arrested a 32-year-old man in Cobia Street, Summerville, for possessing unlicensed firearms and ammunition. SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg reported, “They confiscated two 9mm pistols and […]

today12 November 2024

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Three arrested in deadly Bishop Lavis shooting

Three suspects, aged 17, 24, and 29, have been arrested in connection with Thursday's shooting in Bishop Lavis, which claimed the lives of seven individuals. The South African Police Service (SAPS) reported that a multidisciplinary tracing team worked overnight to apprehend the suspects, and a firearm recovered during the operation has been sent for ballistic testing to determine its role in the crime. The suspects are facing multiple charges, including […]

today25 October 2024

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Police members arrest suspects for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition

By Rachel Mohamed A 23-year-old suspect has been arrested for illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition in Delft on Tuesday, 15 October, and will be appearing in the Bellville Magistrate’s court once charged. SAPS Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Malcolm Pojie said Anti-Gang Unit members deployed in the Delft policing precinct followed up on information regarding a firearm hidden at a premises in Junker Crescent, Delft. “On arrival at the identified […]

today16 October 2024

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Crime analyst says South African criminals no longer fear police

Crime analyst Willem Els said South African criminals have lost fear and respect for police, as shootouts between criminals and police members are on the rise across the country. Earlier this week, a shootout ensued between the South African Police Services (SAPS) and a group of seven men allegedly involved in extortion at a shop owner in Bothasig. Speaking on VOC Breakfast on Friday Els said criminals have become brazen […]

today27 September 2024

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Two suspects arrested amid rising crime and illicit firearm concerns

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen As crime rates continue to rise in South Africa, particularly involving drugs and illegal firearms, reports indicate that the Southern African region is flooded with illicit weapons, fuelling violence, conflict, and organized crime. The South African Police Services (SAPS) spokesperson Wesley Twigg said an 18-year-old suspect is due to appear in the Athlone Magistrates Court on Friday. “The 18-year-old suspect was arrested in David Vanda Street, Betterlife, […]

today26 September 2024

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