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Arrested domestic violence suspect linked to another case

With the assistance of the victim, officers successfully apprehended the man.

Duduza – Members of the EMPD Tracing Unit and Duduza SAPS detectives arrested a 33-year-old man on October 12 for domestic violence in the Duduza area.

The arrest took place at about 06:00 after law enforcers received a tip-off regarding his whereabouts.

The information was followed up with assistance from the victim, leading to the successful tracing and arrest of the man.

It was later established that the man is also wanted in connection with another case.

He was detained at the Duduza Police Station and is expected to appear before the relevant magistrate’s court soon.

EMPD Chief of Police Commissioner Isaac Mapiyeye commended the members for their swift action, stating: “The EMPD remains committed to ensuring the safety of vulnerable groups and will continue to work tirelessly with other law enforcement agencies to bring perpetrators of gender-based violence and domestic violence to justice.”


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