Johannesburg- teenagers accused of a mass shooting in Westbury are expected to appear before the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court to formally apply for bail. The accused face charges of murder and attempted murder following the incident, which resulted in two fatalities and left five others injured. Among those wounded was a 15-month-old child. It has since […]
Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni will lead the weekday Operation Shanela at SAPS Bramley and SAPS Hillbrow in the Johannesburg District on Thursday, 09 April 2026. He will be accompanied by senior management of SAPS and other law enforcement agencies. The operation is focused on reinforcing state authority and supporting local police efforts […]
The Sharpeville Swimming Pool in the Vaal has been temporarily closed following the drowning of a 16-year-old boy. The incident occurred on Saturday when the teenager attempted a flip into the deep end, and despite immediate efforts by police and emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Emfuleni Municipality said the closure will […]
Police are investigating after SAPS property was found in the possession of suspended sergeant Fannie Nkosi. According to spokesperson Athlenda Mathe, Nkosi was discovered with six case dockets and more than R50,000 in cash. Five of the dockets were originals, while one was a copy. Mathe said although detectives may carry dockets linked to their […]
Tshwane Metro Police Department head Yolande Faro has acknowledged shortcomings in the vetting process for some of the force’s deputy officers. She admitted that certain officers have not undergone proper security clearance, raising concerns about internal oversight and accountability. Faro emphasized that the metro police must take responsibility for these gaps and address the issue […]
A 53-year-old police captain has been arrested for allegedly defrauding the police’s Protection and Security Services division of millions of rand. An internal investigation uncovered suspicious transactions suggesting the officer manipulated the system to withdraw funds meant for presidential protection services. The captain, who had been on suspension during the investigation, is expected to appear […]
A wedding in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, was called off after the groom and his father were arrested for drunk driving during a Saturday night roadblock operation. The arrests were part of Operation Nenzani LaEzweni, which targets motorists driving under the influence. Authorities say the crackdown has intensified over the Easter period, with more than 180 drunk […]
Over 120 motorists have been arrested for drunk driving in Johannesburg since the start of the Easter long weekend. The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) also confirmed two fatalities in separate road crashes, involving a pedestrian and a passenger. To ensure safer roads, the JMPD has intensified stop-and-search operations and roadside checks across all regions […]
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has confirmed that a bus intercepted in the Free State was properly processed at the Beitbridge Port of Entry. Commissioner Michael Masiapato said all 43 passengers were screened, and their documents were verified and found to be valid. The BMA believes additional undocumented passengers may have boarded the bus after […]
An Ekurhuleni metro police officer has been killed and four others injured following a crash in Musina. The incident involved a police vehicle, and emergency services responded swiftly to the scene. Authorities say the injured officers were treated at the scene before being transported to hospital for further medical care. Their conditions have not yet […]