Crime
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Explosive device detonates inside Menlyn Woolworths
CrimeAn explosive device detonated inside a Woolworths store at the Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria damaging shelves and food…
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Drugs and weapons recovered in police search at Pretoria West school
CrimeThe contraband was confiscated during a police search conducted at Kwaggasrand Technical Occupational School, where learners were also warned of…
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Hijackers use fake pickup point to steal R1.5m truck near Akasia
CrimeHijackers allegedly lured a truck crew to a fake pickup point near Akasia before tying them up and fleeing with…
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Kidnapping hotspots: These Pretoria areas rank among SA’s worst
CrimeThese Pretoria areas are among South Africa’s worst kidnapping hotspots, according to the latest crime statistics.
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Fewer violent crimes in north policing precincts
CrimeCrime drops in parts of Pretoria North, with notable declines in violent offences in Akasia, Pretoria North and Sinoville. However,…
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Here are the five most dangerous suburbs in Pretoria
CrimePretoria’s latest crime statistics have revealed the five suburbs where residents are most likely to encounter violent and serious crime.
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Can police refuse to open a criminal case? Here’s what the law says
CrimeAs crime statistics place renewed focus on safety concerns, residents are being reminded that police may not refuse to open…
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Manhunt launched after robbery at former minister Naledi Pandor’s Pretoria home
CrimeThree suspects wearing balaclavas allegedly stormed the property, stole valuables and fled in the family vehicle.
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Liquor outlets shut, drugs seized in Tshwane crime blitz
CrimeA multidisciplinary operation in Mamelodi West and Eersterust targeted serious crime, undocumented persons, illegal liquor outlets, and drug-related offences.
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Kilnerpark family held hostage for hours during terrifying armed robbery
CrimeA Kilnerpark family was held hostage during an armed robbery that ended with one man being shot as suspects fled…
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Speak out on drug activity in communities, north residents urged
CrimePolice and the local ward councillor urge residents to report drug hotspots as authorities intensify efforts to tackle crime linked…
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One shot and injured in Centurion shootout
CrimeA suspect was shot and arrested while three others fled on foot after an alleged shootout with police in Centurion…
