Crime

92 suspected illegal miners arrested in West Village operation

Police and military units execute a targeted crackdown as multidisciplinary forces recover firearms, ammunition, and heavy equipment in Krugersdorp.

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The alleged illegal miners who were arrested in West Village. Photo: Supplied

Police and military forces have arrested 92 suspected illegal miners in West Village, Krugersdorp, as part of an ongoing crackdown on illicit mining.

Members of the South African National Defence Force cordoned off the area on October 19 before police and Department of Home Affairs officials conducted targeted enforcement operations.

Equipment confiscated by police. Photo: Supplied

Police recovered two firearms, ammunition and heavy equipment, including phendukas, gas cylinders and explosives, according to Gauteng police spokesperson Captain Dimakatso Sello.

Operation Prosper is a multidisciplinary intervention targeting illegal mining, gangsterism and related criminal activities across Gauteng.

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Keabetswe Mojaji

Keabetswe Mojaji has been working at the Krugersdorp News since March 2023. I cover a variety of beats ranging from hard news, crime, sports and community. I have been a resident of Krugersdorp for over 15 years. I have familiarised myself with the town allowing me to know my community better and understand what they deal with daily. What makes our job unique as community journalists is that we have to be hands-on and make a difference. The job goes beyond just informing and educating, it is about giving the community a voice and holding those in high positions accountable.
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