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Police thwart extortion at Limpopo mine, resulting in one death and 12 arrests
Limpopo police's swift action against a violent extortion attempt at a mine in Driekop results in one suspect dead and 12 arrests, as five men block trucks and demand cash.
KwaZulu-Natal's most wanted murderer and extortionist arrested in Midrand
After evading capture for nearly five years, Linda Hlongwa, a suspected murderer and extortionist, was arrested in Midrand thanks to tips from the community.
Man arrested for allegedly faking own kidnapping to extort R3 million from father in KZN
A 31-year-old KwaZulu-Natal man faces charges after allegedly orchestrating his own kidnapping and demanding R3 million ransom from his father.
PICS: Wanted KZN suspect now sought for double murder in Pinetown
Police in KwaZulu-Natal are urgently seeking Linda Hlongwa, the prime suspect in a shocking double murder case involving his girlfriend and her mother.
Four suspects arrested in Cape Town for murder and extortion following police operation
Four suspects allegedly behind seven murders and extortion in Khayelitsha have been captured in a high-stakes police operation that uncovered an arsenal of illegal firearms.
Desperate search for school after daughter's expulsion over financial aid
A mother from Tableview is desperately trying to get her daughter into a school to finish her matric after the daughter was expelled from her private school due to extortion.
KZN job scam leads to kidnapping and extortion, three suspects arrested
A Verulam man seeking employment walked into a deadly trap when job scammers kidnapped him at gunpoint and demanded R120,000 ransom from his wife.
Three suspects arrested for kidnapping and extortion in Verulam
"The ruthless suspects demanded a ransom of R120 000 and proceeded to call the victim’s wife to extort money from her"
SADTU condemns brazen kidnapping of Gqeberha teacher as search continues
South African Democratic Teachers’ Union expressed outrage over the kidnapping of a teacher at Happydale Special School, calling for urgent action to enhance school security.
SADTU condemns brazen kidnapping of Gqeberha teacher, as search enters day three
South African Democratic Teachers’ Union expresses outrage over the kidnapping of a teacher at Happydale Special School, calling for urgent action to enhance school security.
Residents of Marry Me Informal Settlement face extortion over illegal electricity connections
Residents of the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve township are living in fear due to alleged extortion by individuals providing illegal electricity connections.
Extortion racket behind brutal murders of Soshanguve night patrollers - Premier Lesufi
A deadly extortion scheme in Soshanguve's Marry Me Informal Settlement has claimed the lives of five night patrollers, with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi revealing that six suspects have been arrested, and the mastermind is operating from behind bars. The murders expose a complex web of illegal service provision and protection rackets in the settlement.
Former SAA board member Yakhe Kwinana loses bid to maintain chartered accountant status
Yakhe Kwinana will remain struck from the roll of chartered accountants after SAICA determined she was not a fit and proper individual to continue her professional practice.
UPDATE: Four suspects killed in shoot-out with KZN police wanted for murder, robbery, extortion
The suspects have been linked to numerous criminal activities, including a string of murders, robberies, and extortion cases in the Ethekwini District.
Four suspected extortionists killed in shoot-out with KZN police
Four suspected extortionists were shot and killed during a shootout with police KwaZulu-Natal.
Controversy as City backs private school while public project faces delays in Manenberg
The proposed sale of land in Manenberg for a private school has sparked community outrage, as a public school project remains stalled due to extortion and legal challenges.
Former SAA board member Yakhe Kwinana arrested for extortion and demolition of victims’ properties
Yakhe Kwinana allegedly orchestrated a reign of terror against residents in East London, where she reportedly extorted money while accompanied by armed men and ordered the demolition of victims' properties.
South Africa's alarming kidnapping crisis: Nearly 5,000 abductions in three months
Explore the alarming rise in kidnappings across South Africa, with recent statistics revealing a dramatic increase over the past five years. Delve into the factors contributing to this crisis and learn how individuals can protect themselves
Six Ekurhuleni metro officers released on bail after allegedly extorting a Congolese national
Six officers from the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department were released on bail for allegedly extorting a Congolese national, raising serious concerns about police misconduct in South Africa.
Six Ekurhuleni metro officers arrested for allegedly extorting a Congolese national
Six officers from the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department have been arrested for allegedly extorting a Congolese national, raising serious concerns about police misconduct in South Africa.
Another month in jail for pensioner, two others accused of kidnapping Emaan Fatima
Three men, including a pensioner, face charges in the kidnapping case of nine-year-old Emaan Fatima, who was held for ransom in East London.
Hawks swoop in to save Stellenbosch shopkeeper from R5 million ransom ordeal
In a dramatic rescue operation, Hawks special forces freed a Stellenbosch shop owner who was found bound and blindfolded after being kidnapped on February 27.
Police had sights set on alleged extortion kingpin
In a video circulating on social media, the now slain Yanga 'Bara' Nyalara was seen leaving what appears to be a meeting with taxi bosses in Cofimvaba, Eastern Cape hours before he and six heavily armed men were killed in a shoot out with police.
Police minister praises officers after shootout with notorious extortionist
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu commends officers for their courage following a deadly shootout that claimed the life of extortionist Yanga Nyalara and six others in the Eastern Cape.
Weekend of violence as extortion syndicates, gangs leave trail of death
In one incident, a 54 year old man was shot and killed while attending his murdered son’s funeral. Shortly after, the shooter was beaten to death by community members in Ravensmead.