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PICS: Police intercept stolen Toyota vehicles valued at R1. 4 million en route to Zimbabwe

In one incident, a man emerged from a stolen Toyota Hilux GD-6 vehicle and fled on foot, leaving behind two women aged 19 and 20 who have been arrested.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Missing journalist and partner: Suspect worked for Zodwa Mdhluli as her cab driver

Police have arrested four suspects, including a cab driver, in connection with the alarming disappearance of journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Precious Mdhluli.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

PICS: JMPD recovers Ford Ranger moments after motorist was brutally attacked by hijackers

After a violent hijacking incident, the Johannesburg Metro Police Department and SAPS successfully recovered a Ford Ranger in Alexandra, demonstrating swift action and teamwork in the face of crime.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Pastor in court after his Daihatsu car broke down, and he claimed he was hijacked

The 68-year-old Limpopo pastor was being driven in his Daihatsu Terios and after the car broke down, and its gearbox was stolen, he reported to police that he had been hijacked.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

MEC Duma: Northern KZN border barriers reduce hijackings, but project completion is crucial

MEC Sboniso Duma stresses the urgent need to complete the Northern KwaZulu-Natal border barrier project, citing its proven effectiveness in curbing crime and the dire consequences of leaving gaps for criminals

Mercury
Thami Magubane|Published

Husband's emotional plea for the safe return of missing police officer Keamogetswe Buys

Families of three missing police constables in Gauteng have united in their plea for information, as the national police commissioner announces a R350,000 reward for leads on their whereabouts.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

'Bring back my wife alive': Emotional plea from husband of missing police officer Keamogetswe Buys

National police commissioner, General Fannie Masemola has announced a R350,000 reward for information which can lead to the three missing police officers being found.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

KwaZulu-Natal’s crime rates surge post-Covid

KwaZulu-Natal has seen a troubling rise in crime rates following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, with police reporting significant increases in assaults, murders and sexual offences.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Almost 40 stolen cars intercepted this year in Limpopo

SAPS commends Lt-Colonel Khomisani Nkuna for his exceptional leadership in the fight against vehicle crime, resulting in nearly 40 stolen cars intercepted this year and enhancing community safety across Limpopo.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

The Rising Epidemic of Hijackings in SA | Child hijackings on the rise: What families need to know

Examine the disturbing trend of child hijackings in South Africa, with statistics, personal stories, expert recommendations for family safety, and the profound psychological impact on children affected by these crimes.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published