Crime
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Police probe robbery on N3 involving criminals posing as officers
CrimeThe robbers, allegedly dressed in police uniform, held up motorists at gunpoint before fleeing the scene.
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Court jails man for Osizweni kidnapping and rape
CrimeA hefty sentence has brought justice after the brutal GBV attack.
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Investigation after man’s body is found in Estcourt river
CrimeThe body was lodged between trees in the water.
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SAPS urges community to spot and avoid scams
CrimePolice warn residents about common scams and share practical steps to stay safe and avoid becoming a victim.
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State witness kidnapped and murdered ahead of court case
CrimeA man due to testify in a murder case was kidnapped and later found shot dead near Vryheid.
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2 armed men arrested in Ezakheni after community tip-off
CrimeSensitive ContentPolice recovered handguns and ammunition.
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Alleged father-and-son fraudsters set to return to court
CrimeThe two accused, linked to a R31-million investment scam, will re-appear in the Newcastle Regional Court.
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Suspected copper thief nabbed in Balsam Avenue
CrimeCo-operation between community members, the ward councillor and private security led to an arrest.
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Newcastle SAPS confirm police officer and crime fighter’s arrests
CrimeNewcastle SAPS confirms arrests after a firearm was falsely reported stolen during an alleged staged house burglary. Read more here:
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Police officer, crime fighter arrested over alleged stolen firearm
CrimeA local police officer and community crime fighter have been arrested while investigators probe claims of a stolen firearm.
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Wembezi community sadly lays slain woman to rest
CrimeUpdateBuyi was remembered as a devoted mother who always ensured that her children had food on the table.
