Crime operation in Amandasig leads to arrests and business closures
Authorities confiscated large quantities of electrical cable during a crime prevention operation in Amandasig. Teams also disconnected illegal power connections and shut down unlicensed businesses as part of broader efforts to address service-related crimes.
A large-scale crime prevention operation in Amandasig, north of Pretoria, has intensified efforts to combat illegal activities in the area, resulting in multiple arrests, confiscations, and the closure of illegal businesses.
The operation was led by various law enforcement agencies and community organisations, including AfriForum Noord van die berg (North of the Mountain) and AfriForum Brits on May 15.
Authorities said the operation focused on addressing illegal immigration, electricity connections, and business activities that have become a growing concern for residents in Amandasig and surrounding communities.
According to police spokesperson Captain Johan van Dyk, seven illegal immigrants were arrested during the operation.
“The operation forms part of ongoing efforts to restore law and order in the area and to address criminal activities affecting residents. Various illegal operations were identified and action was taken against offenders,” said Van Dyk.
Law enforcement officers also confiscated 359 bundles of cable believed to have been used for illegal electricity connections.
He said teams from the electricity department disconnected unlawful power connections and secured affected areas to prevent further tampering.
The officers further shut down an illegal shebeen and an unlawful workshop operating within the community and during the raid, 204 bottles of alcohol were seized.
Residents in the area have repeatedly raised concerns about illegal occupations, criminal activities, and service delivery challenges linked to illegal connections and unregulated businesses.
Van Dyk said co-operation between law enforcement agencies, government departments, and community organisations played a critical role in the success of the operation.
“We appreciate the support and co-operation from all stakeholders involved. Multi-disciplinary operations such as these are important in ensuring safer communities and addressing issues affecting residents,” he said.
Several units participated in the operation, including the TMPD, Akasia SAPS, Land Use Compliance; Electricity, Water and Sanitation, Social Development, Home Affairs and Immigration departments, provincial government officials, the SPCA, and private security companies.
Authorities indicated that more operations are expected to take place in future as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime and illegal activities across the northern parts of Pretoria.
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