Nineteen suspects arrested by Katlehong SAPS last weekend
Katlehong police share their weekend successes.
Katlehong police had a successful weekend operation from September 7 to 9 where 19 suspects were arrested for various offences.
Communications officer at Katlehong Police Station Const Sivenkosi Mtwa said suspects were arrested during routine stop-and-search operations conducted by Katlehong crime prevention members and detectives.
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“Suspects were arrested for the following crimes, among others, five suspects for malicious damage to property of which one includes assault of police; three suspects for business robbery; two suspects for possession of suspected stolen property; another two for theft; and two more for assault with intent to inflict bodily harm,” said Mtwa.
“Other suspects were arrested for each of the following crimes: murder after warrant of arrest was issued, contravening court order, common assault which includes intimidation, and possession of drugs such as nyaope and dagga.”
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The arrested suspects are expected to appear in Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court soon, according to their different charges.
stop-and-search operations continue.
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