Author name: Scott Balson

A high-level, intelligence-driven operation conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Limpopo and the North West has led to the arrest of seven notorious suspects believed to be part of a violent crime syndicate. The six male and one female suspects, aged between 31 and 49, are linked to a series of business […]

The Bloemfontein High Court, sitting at the Ficksburg Magistrate’s Court this past Thursday, 13 November 2025, handed down a life imprisonment sentence to Motsamai Justice Mosiuoa (35) for the murder of his girlfriend, Analisa Heleni (25). The court heard that the tragic incident occurred on the evening of 10 November 2024. Mosiuoa and Heleni, who

A swift operation by Colesberg South African Police Service (SAPS) members on Thursday led to the arrest of a 39-year-old foreign national and the seizure of a quantity of dagga. The successful interception followed actionable intelligence received by police regarding the possible transportation of drugs on the N1 highway towards the Eastern Cape. Acting promptly

The 30-year-old popular musician, Lehlohonolo Chauke, known by his stage name Shebeshxt, appeared before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 13 November 2025, facing several serious charges. These include two counts of attempted murder, possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, malicious damage to property, and defeating the ends of justice. The court has remanded

A wave of fear has gripped the Orlando, Soweto community after a brazen house robbery turned fatal, claiming one life and leaving a family shattered. The incident is part of a growing series of home invasions that have left residents feeling vulnerable and authorities scrambling for solutions. The tragedy unfolded when armed suspects entered a

A 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 26-year-old woman, who was previously reported missing. The arrest took place on Thursday, 13 November 2025, at Sihlakwane Village in Groblersdal. According to police reports, the breakthrough in the case came after the suspect was taken in for questioning. During the interrogation,

A coordinated multi-unit operation culminated in the arrest of three suspects and the recovery of a stolen vehicle and property following an armed robbery in Koppies on Wednesday. The successful operation was conducted by members of the Sasolburg Highway Relief, the Trio Task Team, Sasolburg Public Order Policing (POP), Sasolburg Detectives, and other stakeholders. According

In a swift operation triggered by concerns from a local school, police have arrested two employees of a shop in White River for dealing in drugs, uncovering a substantial cache of cannabis-infused products valued at approximately R2.3 million. The investigation was launched after school authorities reported that learners had been found in possession of and

A 33-year-old man is in police custody after being found in possession of heroin, commonly known as nyaope, with an estimated street value of R18,000. The arrest took place on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, at approximately 15:30. According to police reports, members of the Johannesburg Flying Squad were conducting a routine patrol in the President

The Tembisa Magistrates Court has handed down a significant sentence to Thabang Malebelela, convicting him for murder and attempted murder following a violent altercation that began as an argument over electricity. The court heard that on the evening of September 27, 2022, Malebelela, a resident of the Dali Mpofu informal settlement, became involved in a