In an effort to start the new year on the right foot, officers from the Katlehong Crime Prevention Unit began a series of stop-and-search operations in the area.
During an operation held last Thursday, eight suspects were arrested.
The suspects were arrested for a number of different crimes.
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Charges included:
• Assault with the intent to cause grievous bodily harm: 1
• Business robbery: 1
• Shoplifting: 1
• Assault and malicious damage to property: 2
• Possession of dagga: 3
All of the accused appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court, where their cases were postponed for various reasons.
The team will continue to host similar operations in the area.
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