South African Police Service Archives

Three Suspects Arrested in Masiphumelele Crime Crackdown

Three suspects are expected to appear in the Simonstown Magistrates’ Court on charges of unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition, while an 18-year-old woman faces charges of dealing in liquor without a valid permit. Police spokesperson Joseph Swartbooi said the arrests followed an intelligence-driven operation aimed at tackling crime contributors in the area. Acting on credible information, officers tactically approached a residence in Masiphumelele. “Upon entering the house, they found […]

14 August 2025

Local

SAPS intensifies efforts to clamp down on GBV in South Africa

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the arrest of over 13,000 suspects in the past week as part of a nationwide crackdown on serious crimes, including murder, attempted murder, and drug-related offenses. Among those arrested, 222 individuals were taken into custody for rape—highlighting SAPS' intensified focus on tackling gender-based violence (GBV). Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe reiterated the service’s commitment to protecting vulnerable communities. “We continue to intensify our […]

8 April 2025

Local

Cape town police officers in court for alleged R20 million jewellery heist

By Ragheema Mclean Four Cape Town police officers will appear in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court today on corruption charges after allegedly orchestrating a R20 million jewellery heist in Llandudno last month. The officers, all linked to the South African Police Service (SAPS), were apprehended following an investigation by the Western Cape Anti-Corruption Unit. Police spokesperson FC van Wyk confirmed the arrests and said the matter is under investigation. “On 2024-09-14 […]

3 October 2024

Local

Fatal shootout in Bothasig leaves three suspected extortionists dead, four arrested

By Ragheema Mclean Police have confirmed that a tip-off to local authorities led to a shootout in Bothasig on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of three suspected extortionists and the arrest of four others who sustained gunshot wounds during the exchange of fire. Police spokesperson Andre Traut stated that members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) combat team acted on information indicating that seven individuals in a minibus taxi were […]

26 September 2024

Local

Police minister vows to combat rising extortion amid widespread surges

By Ragheema Mclean Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to tackling extortion and related crimes that continue to plague several regions in South Africa. Speaking before Parliament last week, Mchunu emphasized the ongoing efforts of the South African Police Service (SAPS) to combat these crimes, particularly in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape. In several Cape Town communities such as Philippi, Samora Machel, Gugulethu, Nyanga, and […]

9 September 2024

Local

Local police commended for foiling Cash-In-Transit heist in Khayelitsha

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Provincial Community Policing Board (WCPCPB) has praised the South African Police Service (SAPS) for a successful operation in Khayelitsha, following a tip-off about a planned cash-in-transit heist. On Monday night, eight individuals were shot and killed, and five others were arrested during a sting operation in Town Two, Khayelitsha. Police spokesperson Brigadier Novela Potelwa reported that as officers approached the suspects, the gunmen opened […]

6 August 2024

South African Police Service

Three Suspects Arrested in Masiphumelele Crime Crackdown

SAPS intensifies efforts to clamp down on GBV in South Africa

Cape town police officers in court for alleged R20 million jewellery heist

Fatal shootout in Bothasig leaves three suspected extortionists dead, four arrested

Police minister vows to combat rising extortion amid widespread surges

Local police commended for foiling Cash-In-Transit heist in Khayelitsha

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