AMANZIMTOTI’S finest had a busy June, conducting several raids in which a total of 18 suspects were arrested for various contact and property-related crimes, including assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, murder, fraud and truck jacking.
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- 30 convictions were secured for theft, burglary, shoplifting, possession of house break-in implements, and drunk driving.
- Convictions range from three months to three years direct imprisonment, or fines of R6 000 up to R20 000.
This comes after the spokesperson for the KZN Police provincial commissioner, Constable Thenjiswa Ngcobo, confirmed that across the province police arrested almost 11 000 suspects.
Ngcobo assured that police operations in crime hotspots are ongoing, aiming to curb the number of crimes committed. “During the current school recess, police will maintain high visibility as holidaymakers descend on KZN,” said Ngcobo.
Amanzimtoti police communications officer, Captain Charlene van der Spuy, appealed to the community to assist detectives with information that can lead to arrests, and later conviction of suspects.
She said, “We work hand-in-hand with security companies, CPFs and neighbourhood watch groups, looking at a proactive approach in combating crime. This ongoing relationship continues to isolate criminals and create a safe, secure Amanzimtoti.”
If you have information that can assist in solving crimes, you are requested to contact your local police station, Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or utilise the My SAPS mobile app to give tip-offs. Any information received will be regarded as privileged and confidential.
KZN arrest statistics for June:
- 3 278 for contact crimes, of which 1 559 were for assault GBH and 197 for murder.
- 207 for rape, 19 for sexual offences.
- 229 for unlawful possession of dangerous weapons.
- 702 for common assault.
- 371 for malicious damage to property.
- 372 for shoplifting.
- 1 856 for drug-related crimes.
- 554 for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- 869 undocumented persons.
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