Over 420 arrested during Tshwane weekend operations

Police this weekend have arrested over 420 people for various crimes in Tshwane.

The operations ran from Thursday until Sunday.

Police spokesperson Captain Augustinah Selepe said the arrests were for crimes ranging from murder, rape, operating a shop without a license, drinking in public, dealing in liquor without a license, possession of dagga, dealing in drugs and the contravention of the disaster management act, among other crimes.

“During high-density operations, focusing on areas such as Boschkop, Silverton, Brooklyn and Sunnyside more than 50 people were arrested for public drinking, 12 for driving under the influence of alcohol, three were arrested for possession of drugs and 30 undocumented persons.”

Selepe said in the north of Tshwane three suspects, aged between 23 and 28, were arrested at Buntu Inn for attempted murder, possession of stolen vehicles, possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.

In Dube a vehicle was recovered that was used in the commission of armed robbery.
“On Thursday Pretoria West detectives managed to apprehend two suspects for stolen property and house breaking implements.”

“The suspects are linked to numerous robberies that were committed in the west, Mamelodi and Attridgeville.”
Tshwane District Commissioner, Major General Mohajane has welcomed these arrests and commended law enforcement officers from across Tshwane for their dedication and commitment in stemming the tide of criminality.

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