Crime
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Over 600 vehicles stopped for roadworthiness issues as festive season nears
CrimeWith the peak travel period approaching, traffic authorities have intensified checks, discontinuing and impounding hundreds of unsafe vehicles to keep…
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SAPS issues warning over circulating fake IEC job opportunities
CrimeThe South African Police Service has cautioned job seekers about a false recruitment message claiming to offer IEC employment opportunities…
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Remembering ‘Vlam’: Marius Van der Merwe’s memorial service set for next week
CrimeFamily, friends and residents will gather to remember Marius ‘Vlam’ van der Merwe.
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Brakpan weekend crime round-up: Man discovered with severe head injuries on Hamilton Avenue
CrimeAn overview of crimes reported to local SAPS from December 5 to 7.
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Woman surprised by armed robbers in shower
CrimeTwo men and a woman entered a home while the mother was in the shower, forcing her to hand over…
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UPDATE: Brakpan community holds candlelight vigil for Marius ‘Vlam’ van der Merwe (VIDEO)
CrimeFamily, friends and residents lit candles at a solemn vigil for Marius van der Merwe, described by many as a…
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UPDATE: Van der Merwe murder draws presidential response and call for action
CrimePresident Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the murder of Marius van der Merwe, a Brenthurst resident and recent Madlanga Commission witness,…
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UPDATE: Van der Merwe reported fearing for his life
CrimeUpdateThe family of Marius van der Merwe confirmed he previously expressed concern for his safety.
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VIDEO: SAPS hunts killers after Witness D murdered in Brenthurst
CrimeSensitive ContentMarius 'Vlam' van der Merwe was shot with an AK-47 as he arrived home with his wife.
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Gunmen hijack Hyundai H100, abduct both occupants
CrimeThe victims were tied up before being freed in an isolated area.
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Follow-up: 60 lights handed out at Tweedy Park to curb crime
CrimeDue to continued burglaries and thefts at the Tweedy Park Old Age Home, now targeting recently donated solar flood lights,…
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Brakpan weekend crime round-up: Motorbike and wheelchair stolen in separate break-ins
CrimeAn overview of crimes reported to local SAPS from November 21 to 23.
