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'Shoot at police at your peril' - KZN's top cop General Mkhwanazi unveils tough crime-fighting plan
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has issued a stern warning to criminals—"shoot at police at your peril"—as he unveiled the province's intensified crime-fighting strategy. Speaking at the SAPS Excellence Awards, Mkhwanazi emphasized action over planning, pledging more police visibility, faster responses, and a crackdown on illegal liquor outlets driving violent crime.
R100 000 reward for information on Mfuleni taxi rank shooting that left four dead and three injured
A shooting at the Mfuleni taxi rank has resulted in four fatalities and three injuries,Police are offering a R100 000 reward for information.
Government condemns shooting after man was killed during gunfight between police and illegal miners in Riverlea
A 59-year-old man tragically lost his life during a violent exchange of gunfire between police and suspected illegal miners, raising concerns about community safety.
Court proceedings for DA leader’s murder: Accused remain in custody
Three men accused of the murder of uMngeni Municipality chief whip Nhlalayenza Ndlovu appeared in court, with one expressing concerns about prison conditions.
Cops probe motive behind deadly KZN shooting
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have initiated a comprehensive investigation into a shocking shooting incident involving a SAPS Constable, who allegedly killed a colleague and a civilian before turning the gun on himself.
Manhunt launched after police officer fatally shot in Mpumalanga
A manhunt is underway in Mpumalanga following the tragic shooting of Constable Khulani Shabangu, an off-duty police officer, outside a local barbershop.
Western Cape police sergeant gunned down: Authorities vow to bring perpetrators to justice
Following the tragic shooting of a police sergeant in Vrygrond, Western Cape authorities have launched an urgent manhunt, highlighting the alarming trend of violence against law enforcement.
Limpopo police investigate the fatal shooting of a SANDF soldier en route to work
A 54-year-old SANDF corporal was gunned down in the early hours of Thursday in the Kurhula Section near Lulekani. Police are investigating the murder and urging the public to come forward with any information.
Three people arrested for deadly shooting at Ekurhuleni taxi rank, police seize R5 rifles
Gunmen in a white Fortuner stormed the Zonkizizwe Taxi Rank in the early hours of Thursday, firing at security personnel and killing two people in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni.
KZN traditional leader survives assassination attempt, one killed in attack
Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi condemns the assassination attempt on traditional healer Inkosi Simphiwe Cele, highlighting a troubling trend of violence against traditional leaders in KZN
Tragic shooting on Redcliffe bus leaves driver dead and pregnant woman injured
In an incident in Redcliffe, a bus driver was killed and a pregnant woman injured when gunmen opened fire on a bus. Authorities are investigating the motive behind this brazen attack.
20-year prison sentence for man who fatally shot girlfriend during violent altercation
45-year-old man from North West has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for murdering his girlfriend and five years for the attempted murder of his friend.
Shailen Singh murder: Govender brothers back in Durban court
Govender brothers- Ferrel and Darren- are expected to appear in the Durban Magistrate's Court on Monday in connection with the murder of Shailen Singh.
Four dead, including teen girl, in Dundee shooting
Four people, including a teenager, were killed in a mass shooting in Dundee, KwaZulu-Natal, as police investigate links to robbery and drug-related motives.
Armed robbers bomb cash van on N2, causing major road closure near KwaMashu
A dramatic cash-in-transit heist unfolded on the N2 near KwaMashu, where armed robbers bombed a security van, leading to a major road closure and multiple injuries.
Two wanted cash-in-transit robbers killed in dramatic shootout with KZN police
Two suspected cash-in-transit robbers were fatally shot in a dramatic shootout with KZN police, who acted on intelligence regarding their location. The suspects were linked to a series of high-profile robberies across the region.
Mpumalanga police officers sentenced after shooting driver for speeding off at roadblock
Two Mpumalanga officers have been sentenced to five years for attempted murder after shooting a driver who fled a roadblock.
Gunmen demanded to see wife before killing Lusikisiki couple: Police
A couple were gunned down in their Eastern Cape home on Wednesday night.
Ride-along with Cape Town's Law Enforcement: Tackling gun violence in Hanover Park
Join me on a gripping ride-along with Cape Town's law enforcement as they confront gun violence in Hanover Park, where the community's cries for justice echo through the streets.
Woman fatally shot outside Blue Downs Magistrate's Court in Cape Town
A 25-year-old woman was shot and killed outside the Blue Downs Magistrate's Court in Cape Town, prompting an investigation by local police.
Cape Town shooting: Woman killed outside Blue Downs Magistrate's Court
A 25-year-old woman tragically lost her life in a shooting outside the Blue Downs Magistrate's Court in Cape Town, sparking a police investigation and raising concerns about safety in the area.
Gang violence continues to plague Cape Flats as police intensify efforts
Amid ongoing gang violence in the Cape Flats, a tragic shooting in Bonteheuwel has raised concerns about public safety. Police are intensifying their efforts to combat crime, but challenges remain in volatile areas.
Outrage and calls for action after uMlazi shooting claims eight lives
Eight individuals were shot dead in uMlazi, Durban, sparking outrage and calls for justice. As police launch a manhunt for the suspects, officials stress the need for community involvement in combating violence.
Bonteheuwel shooting highlights persistent gang violence in Cape Flats
Police continue to battle persistent gang violence in the Cape Flats, with the recent murder of a 47-year-old woman in Bonteheuwel highlighting the ongoing crisis. Authorities are appealing for information as they intensify efforts to combat crime.
Eight dead in Umlazi shooting: Police hunt killers
Eight people between the ages of 22 and 40 were killed in a shooting incident in Umlazi, south of Durban on Friday night.