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Baveli Robert Maseko and Orbin Mith Mohammed face serious charges after a dramatic police chase leads to their arrest for hijacking a Ford Ranger and kidnapping its driver in Mpumalanga.
Police in Bloemfontein are in hot pursuit of a hijacking suspect who fled on foot after abandoning a stolen white FIAT, recovered just 40 minutes post-theft. The manhunt is ongoing as authorities intensify their search for the elusive suspect.
A Cape Town woman shares her harrowing experience of surviving an attempted hijacking on the R300, urging female drivers to remain vigilant.
The Gauteng Traffic Police, in collaboration with the Gauteng Traffic Wardens, have successfully recovered a hijacked Mercedes Benz C200 in Ekurhuleni, showcasing their commitment to tackling vehicle-related crime.
Zarah Ramsamy's legacy lives on in the form of a holiday feeding scheme run in Bonela.
South African motorists grapple with an alarming rise in hijackings, with 60 vehicles stolen every day. Discover the truth about no-go areas and hear chilling accounts from e-hailing drivers navigating these perilous zones.
Carjacking rates may be declining, but the fear of hijackings still looms large over South African motorists.
Avoiding behaviours that make you a target can significantly reduce your risk of being hijacked, and it’s also important to know what to do if it does happen.
Explore the profound psychological impact of car hijackings in South Africa, revealing how victims endure lasting mental health challenges beyond the loss of their vehicles.
With 65 vehicle hijackings daily in South Africa, many are turning to armoured vehicles for protection. But are these fortresses on wheels worth the investment?
At the time of his arrest, the suspect was out on bail on two other cases for hijacking committed in Alberton and Bedfordview respectively.
A police operation led to the arrest of two suspects linked to a hijacking and murder in Avoca Hills, revealing a series of related crimes.
A G4S Cash Solutions employee has been arrested in connection with a kidnapping incident in the Eastern Cape, with further investigations ongoing.
North West police arrested eight suspects linked to a double murder, hijacking, and robbery in Brits. The arrests followed a January 2025 incident where a 55-year-old man was killed, and one suspect was mistakenly shot by his accomplices.
A G4S security guard faces serious charges of hijacking and kidnapping after an incident involving an armed robbery in the Eastern Cape.
Two suspects face multiple charges after a violent R200,000 diesel truck hijacking near Sun City, where the driver was kidnapped and assaulted before being released.
The brutal kidnapping and rape of a female paramedic by seven men in Khayelitsha has highlighted the dangerous environments in which many frontline workers, particularly women, are operating.
The swift action of Marshall Security and Tracker SA led to the arrest of a suspect involved in stripping a stolen VW Polo in KwaMashu, as police statistics show a decline in vehicle theft.
Ilitha Labantu demands immediate reforms following the shocking kidnapping and rape of a female paramedic in Khayelitsha, highlighting the urgent need for action against gender-based violence in South Africa.
South Africa sees a significant 9. 8% decrease in murder rates and notable improvements across multiple crime categories, according to the latest police statistics. Minister Mchunu reveals successful crime-fighting strategies and new initiatives to further reduce criminal activities.
Eskom warns that ongoing attacks on its employees could lead to service withdrawals, resulting in prolonged power outages that impact communities and businesses.
Explore the alarming trends in vehicle hijackings in South Africa, as industry experts reveal the sophisticated methods used by thieves and offer crucial tips for motorists to protect themselves.
According to reports from Empire Protection Services, the alarm was raised by Netstar Tracker, which allowed security teams to pinpoint the last coordinates of the hijacked vehicle.
Police in Tshwane have recovered a stolen car that was reported missing earlier in February. The vehicle was visibly stripped of various components.
An Eskom employee was hijacked and held hostage for eight hours in KZN, leaving him traumatised and raising concerns about the safety of essential service workers.