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Police Seize Drugs Worth Nearly R39,000

Police in the Joe Gqabi District have arrested three suspects following a targeted drug bust in Maletswai, seizing narcotics with an estimated street value of R38,777. The operation was conducted on 21 January 2026 by the Public Order Policing (POP) Unit’s Information Component and its operational team. Three residential properties were searched, leading to the […]

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Life Terms for Father in Quadruple Family Murder

The Breyten High Court today sentenced Africa Thembinkosi Shongwe (57) to four life terms for murder. Acting Provincial SAPS Commissioner Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi welcomed the sentence. On 25 February 2023, neighbours in Phola Park alerted police after noticing a resident’s unusual absence. Upon arrival, police found a house locked from inside with closed

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Hundreds Displaced in Randfontein as Zama Zama Violence Escalates; Premier and Police Deploy to Crisis Zone

Over 300 families are sheltering in a local community hall following a surge of targeted attacks by illegal miners, known as Zama Zamas, in the Sporong informal settlement. The crisis has prompted a high-level government intervention, with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and a contingent of officials conducting an emergency site visit to the embattled West

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EFF Leader Julius Malema Awaits Sentencing for 2018 Firearm Conviction

The political and legal spotlight will fall on the East London Magistrate’s Court on Friday for the pre-sentencing proceedings of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema, convicted for firearm offenses stemming from the party’s 5th birthday celebrations in 2018. Malema was convicted on multiple charges related to an incident at the Sisa Dukashe Stadium

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Police Appeal for Information After Fatal Stabbing in Despatch

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Despatch is appealing to the public for assistance in its investigation into the murder of a 56-year-old woman. The incident occurred on the evening of Sunday, 18 January 2026. According to police, SAPS Despatch members responded to a complaint at approximately 20:50. Upon arrival at a gravel road

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Police Seek Suspect in Connection with Rapes of Two Minors

The Burgersfort Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit is seeking public assistance to locate 34-year-old Bonginkosi Kgopotso Mazibuko. Police believe he can assist in the investigation of two rape incidents involving minors in the Mecklenburg policing area, Sekhukhune District, Limpopo. The incidents occurred separately in October 2022 and November 2024. The suspect is

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Welkom Anti-Gang Unit Arrests Suspect in Drug Bust

Members of the Welkom Anti-Gang Unit arrested a 43-year-old male suspect on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, following the discovery of drugs, cash, and suspected stolen cellphones at his business premises in the Welkom Central Business District. The operation was initiated after police received and acted upon information regarding alleged drug dealing at the location. Upon

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Major breakthrough in the fight against property crime following the arrest of four suspects in Region C, Roodepoort.

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against property crime following the arrest of four suspects in Region C, Roodepoort. At approximately 15:00, 20 January 2026, officers on patrol intercepted two vehicles found to be fitted with false registration plates. One of the vehicles, a white Nissan NP200

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Kidnapped Child Located – Female Suspect Arrested: Canelands – KZN

An eight-year-old boy who was kidnapped after going fishing in Canelands – KZN has been safely located, and a female suspect has been arrested by Reaction Officers today (Tuesday). The child left home with a 32-year-old neighbour to go fishing at a local dam in Canelands – KZN. While on their way, they briefly encountered

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