The recent Operation Shanela, led by Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, also saw police arrest five suspects on charges of possession of and dealing in drugs during a roadblock.

In addition, officers apprehended 200 undocumented immigrants for processing in terms of immigration legislation.

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Traffic officials issued 145 fines totalling R99 250 during the operation.

The operation included roadblocks, high-visibility patrols and stop-and-search operations as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime and improve public safety.