Crime
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Fearless criminal hunter survives potential hit
CrimeLaurie Pieters-James survives suspected hit on her and warns the perpetrators she will not stop until they have been 'dealt…
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Sophiatown policing precinct shaken by murder incident
CrimeThe police are investigating a case of murder and two counts of attempted murder after a pastor was shot at…
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We won’t stop until criminals realise this is not a safe space for them
CrimeBrave SCP Security officer engages in gun fight with heavily armed criminals shooting one in the chest in Montgomery Park.
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Latest crime stats paint a bleak picture
CrimeHere are the figures at a glance with Brixton Police Station featuring three times on lists for high crime areas.
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Three arrests made for tampering with City Power’s infrastructure
CrimeOne of the three arrested was treated after sustaining a dangerous shock from the electrical current whilst trying to steal…
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How sitting idling in your car could make you a victim to hijacking
CrimeThe station gives tips as to how to avoid falling victim to this crime.
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Police crackdown on illegal activity in Sophiatown
Community galleriesA number of agencies took to the streets in a crackdown on crime
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Try to never walk alone during load-shedding at night
CrimeMan sustained injuries when targeted by brazen criminals as he exited taxi in Sophiatown.
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Brave teen becomes her own hero as she defends herself against predator
CrimeKnowing how to defend herself meant Westdene teen avoided potential catastrophic GBV attack.
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Private security companies warn violent crime is increasing
CrimeBoth Beagle Watch and SCP Security say cases of vicious attacks are rising in their footprint areas.
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Woman recounts ordeal at hands of violent criminals – police respond
CrimePolice are yet to raise alarm despite private security companies stating violent crime is on the rise.
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Sophiatown police crack the whip
CrimeThe station made 47 arrests in just one week ranging from murder to dealing in drugs.
