Crime
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Bedfordview operation leads to 23 arrests, illegal shebeen closure
CrimeThe police and community safety partners took to Bedfordview’s streets during a high-density operation that led to arrests and warnings…
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Gauteng police arrest over 770 wanted suspects during Operation Shanela 2
CrimeGauteng police arrested suspects linked to serious crimes during a weekend blitz across the province. Operation Shanela 2 targeted fugitives…
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Police arrest suspect and seize large quantity of drugs in Gauteng
CrimeGauteng police intercept suspect and recover significant drug haul during highway patrol in Ekurhuleni.
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One suspect arrested for attempted murder after Nicol Road shooting
CrimeShooting on Nicol Road leaves complainant and bodyguard grazed by bullets while one suspect is shot and arrested.
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Three arrested for tampering with infrastructure in Bedfordview
CrimeA joint operation by Bedfordview SAPS, traffic police, crime prevention wardens, private security, and community leaders led to the arrest…
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EMPD impounds 66 unroadworthy taxis
CrimeThe Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Taxi Task Team, working with Gauteng Traffic Police and the SAPS, impounded 66 unroadworthy…
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South Africans urged to stay safe online during Cybersecurity Awareness Month
CrimeAs Cybersecurity Awareness Month is observed in October, experts have urged South Africans to be vigilant online and adopt practical…
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Gauteng police make 135 arrests, seize stolen vehicles and firearms
CrimeBetween September 22–27, Gauteng’s Rapid Response Services arrested 135 people, recovered 28 stolen vehicles, and seized 14 firearms during operations…
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EMPD investigates N3 hit-and-run, urges witnesses to come forward
CrimeA driver was seriously injured in a hit-and-run collision involving a truck on the N3 near Germiston, prompting a police…
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EMPD issues over 100 fines during Edenvale and Clayville roadblocks
CrimeThe EMPD conducted successful roadblocks in Edenvale and Clayville, stopping hundreds of vehicles and issuing more than 100 fines.
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EMPD cracks down on undocumented foreign nationals in Ekurhuleni
CrimeThe individuals are facing charges under the Immigration Act after failing to provide valid identification documents.
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Gauteng Traffic Police arrest reckless drivers on provincial freeways
CrimeGauteng Traffic Police arrested 43 motorists for reckless and negligent driving, with speeds recorded as high as 188km/h on major…
