Crime
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Bail postponed in George and Benns murder and kidnapping case
CrimeThe Randfontein Magistrate’s Court has postponed the bail application in the George and Benns murder and kidnapping case to allow…
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Flying Squad nets 4 in week of arrests, recoveries
CrimeThe West Rand Flying Squad made several arrests and recovered a stolen Toyota Hilux worth about R800 000 during operations…
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Bail delayed in high-profile murder, kidnapping case
CrimeOne accused in the high-profile George and Benns murder and kidnapping case will remain behind bars, while the minor accused…
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Huge Randfontein drug busts net Crystal Meth and Cat worth over R150 000
CrimeA rapid succession of drug busts, arrests and police raids turned Randfontein into the centre of a major West Rand…
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Over 20 Arrests in West Rand Operation Shanela
CrimeA coordinated crime crackdown in the West Rand has led to multiple arrests, including drug, firearm and illegal mining-related offences.
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NGO marks Freedom Day with call to combat human trafficking
CrimeA powerful Freedom Day gathering highlighted the harsh reality that true freedom remains out of reach for many affected by…
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Mine shaft murder and kidnapping: Two accused await bail hearing
CrimeThe George and Benns murder and kidnapping case has been postponed to May 8 for a formal bail application of…
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Three nabbed in Randfontein for possession of unlicensed gun
CrimeThe West Rand Flying Squad (WRFS) carried out five successful operations between April 14 and 18, including arrests for illegal…
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Army, police uncover illegal mining shafts in Wheatlands
CrimeSecurity forces intensified their crackdown on illegal mining in the West Rand, uncovering active shafts and seizing equipment in Wheatlands.
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Three arrested in Elandsvlei illegal mining operation
CrimeWest Rand Flying Squad officers arrested suspected illegal miners on a farm in Elandsvlei, with one suspect wounded during the…
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Residents call for shaft to be drained amid search for missing Fazel Benns
CrimeLocals say the shaft is both a critical lead in the case and an ongoing safety risk.
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Power outage hits multiple Rand West areas after substation attack
CrimeEarly-morning cable theft at a key substation has knocked out power and water to large parts of town, leaving residents…
