Author name: Scott Balson

A 30-year-old male suspect will appear in the Thabazimbi Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 08 January 2026, charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. He was arrested on Tuesday, 06 January 2026, at approximately 15:00 next to the Thabazimbi Municipality building. The arrest occurred during a Safer Festive Season operation by South African Police […]

A 62-year-old Ngojini man has been arrested for the murder of his 14-year-old son. Police were called to a residence on the morning of Tuesday, 06 January 2026. Investigation indicates the father assaulted the teenager with a sjambok and a stick on Monday evening, 05 January 2026, around 22:00. The assault is alleged to have

Four suspects were apprehended by the South African Police Service (SAPS) on Tuesday afternoon following an incident on the Phoenix Highway and Stanmore Drive. Initial reports indicate that SAPS officers observed a group of suspects displaying suspicious behaviour. During the encounter, the suspects allegedly opened fire on police officers. Thankfully, no SAPS members were injured

While illegal crossings are a known issue, the recent actions of undocumented persons near the Beitbridge Point of Entry demonstrate a dangerous shift toward high-stakes smuggling. This was made clear on 02 January 2026, when a routine patrol discovered that those crossing illegally were not just seeking entry, but were transporting lethal commercial explosives. Members

For months, raw sewage has flowed through the streets of Makeleketla in Winburg, creating a hazardous and unbearable living environment. Residents report being confined to their homes by a pervasive stench and fear a looming health crisis, with the situation reaching its worst during the recent rainy Christmas holidays. According to the community, the current

The Sol Plaatje Municipality headquarters became the scene of high drama this week as suspended Municipal Manager Thapelo Matlala returned to his office, flanked by armed guards, demanding to resume his duties. Matlala, who was placed on precautionary suspension in September 2024 over corruption allegations, asserts his suspension has legally expired. The controversial return unfolded

Executive Mayor John Mpe conducted an inspection of the Seshego water purification plant this week, following a spate of reported gastroenteritis cases that have sparked fear and anger among residents over the safety of municipal tap water. The visit comes after numerous Seshego residents sought hospital treatment for symptoms including diarrhea and severe abdominal pain.

Katlego Gift Legjane (19) appeared in the Middelburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 05 January 2026, charged with murder. The charge relates to an incident on 01 January 2026 at approximately 03:50 in Uitkyk, Middelburg, Mpumalanga, where a man was fatally stabbed. Police arrested the suspect in Uitkyk later that same day. The court postponed the

On Sunday, 04 January 2026, at approximately 17:20, an off-duty female police constable fought off two armed men attempting to hijack her vehicle outside a shop at the corner of Du Plessis Street and Main Road. The suspects, armed with firearms, attempted to force the officer into her vehicle’s boot. A struggle ensued. Following the

A 47-year-old foreign national was arrested in the Johannesburg CBD following a joint operation by Fox Security, JHB Metro Police (JMPD), SAPS Mondeor, and the Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation’s Trafficking in Persons section. Ten teenage boys were rescued. The operation began when JMPD officers on patrol in Mulbarton were alerted to eight half-naked teenage