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Outrage as accused rapist of 9-year-old girl fails to appear in court
Residents of Hanover Park expressed their anger and disappointment after the accused rapist of a 9-year-old girl failed to appear in court.
Hanover Park community demands justice as accused rapist skips court appearance
Tensions escalated outside the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court as Hanover Park residents gathered to support a 9-year-old girl allegedly raped by a parolee, only to find the accused absent from court.
Community outraged as accused rapist of 9-year-old girl fails to appear in court
Residents of Hanover Park express their anger and disappointment after the accused rapist of a 9-year-old girl fails to appear in court, highlighting community concerns over the safety of children and the management of parolees.
Hawks foils attempt by two men to smuggle R16 million in gold bars
Daniel Schubert and Adriaan du Plessis face serious charges after being arrested for allegedly transporting R16 million worth of gold bars.
An accused person attempting to escape from custody at court was gunned down by an orderly
A suspect was fatally shot during a dramatic escape attempt at Melmoth Magistrate’s Court, leading to an urgent investigation and calls for enhanced security measures.
Fatal shooting during escape attempt at Melmoth Magistrate’s Court
A suspect was fatally shot during a dramatic escape attempt at Melmoth Magistrate’s Court, leading to an urgent investigation and calls for enhanced security measures.
Monique Kekana charged with arson after fire at Kelly Smith's home
A woman has been arrested for arson after allegedly setting fire to a house connected to the tragic disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, following her mother's conviction for kidnapping and trafficking. The incident has sparked outrage and concern within the community.
Eastern Cape police officer arrested for allegedly fatally shooting her boyfriend
An Eastern Cape police officer has been arrested for allegedly fatally shooting her boyfriend during a heated argument at their home after returning from a traditional ceremony.
Arson charge for woman following fire at home of Kelly Smith
A woman has been arrested for arson after allegedly burning down a house linked to the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith. The incident follows the conviction of her mother and others for kidnapping and trafficking.
Woman faces arson after Joshlin's home set alight
Monique Kekana, 27, faces arson charges after allegedly setting fire to a house linked to the tragic case of missing six-year-old Joshlin Smith.
Mpumalanga man arrested after he was found sleeping with bones exhumed from relatives' graves
A 29-year-old man in Mpumalanga was arrested after he was allegedly found sleeping with bones he exhumed from his father's and grandfather's grave.
Wife alongside family members in court for 80-year-old husband's murder
Three family members, including a wife and her son, are charged with the shocking murder of 80-year-old businessman Freddy George Willis in Mpumalanga.
Justice served: Ex-cop receives 25-year sentence for raping 15-year-old girl
Frederick Soldaat, a disgraced former police officer, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the rape of a 15-year-old girl, following a lengthy nine-year legal battle.
Disgraced ex-police officer sentenced to 25 years for raping 15-year-old teen
After a long nine-year battle for justice, Frederick Soldaat has been sentenced to 25 years for the horrific rape of a 15-year-old girl.
Five suspects arrested in Wilkoppies for house robbery, kidnapping, and murder
Police have arrested five suspects in Wilkoppies for the shocking murder of Hasani Daniel Maluleka, recovering his body and stolen vehicles in a dramatic investigation.
R31 million spent on suspended magistrates sparks uproar
One magistrate has been on suspension with full remuneration since September 2018, having received over R8 million since then for doing nothing.
Walter Sisulu University residence manager's murder case postponed amid student protests
The murder case against a residence manager accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student has been postponed, igniting protests from students demanding justice for poor living conditions.
R31 million spent on suspended magistrates sparks uproar
There has been widespread uproar over suspended magistrates costing the taxpayer R31 million.
Mpumalanga woman faces murder charges for the deaths of her mother and uncle
A 45-year-old woman from Mpumalanga, Flatty Skosana, has been arrested and is facing two murder charges in the Siyabuswa Magistrate's Court for allegedly killing her uncle and mother.
KZN police prepare for Easter holiday influx
KZN Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi outlines the police’s operational plan for the Easter holidays, focusing on crime prevention and safety measures as the province prepares for an influx of visitors.
Justice officials assess security at Wynberg Magistrate's Court after shooting incident
Following a shooting incident at Wynberg Magistrate's Court, officials from the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development are investigating security protocols to prevent future occurrences.
Limpopo's 180km/h speedsters: Two drivers face court as Easter travel approaches
Two Volkswagen drivers were arrested after being caught racing at alarming speeds of 182km/h and 185km/h on Limpopo's N1 highway, as authorities intensify road safety measures ahead of the Easter long weekend travel surge.
Urgent call for child protection after uncle's arrest for niece's alleged rape
A 36-year-old uncle has been arrested in Mokopane for the alleged rape of his four-year-old niece, igniting outrage and urgent calls for enhanced child protection measures.
LOOK: Limpopo police arrest man with R300,000 in illegal explosives at Beitbridge Border
Limpopo police intercepted a truck at Beitbridge Port of Entry carrying explosives valued at approximately R300,000, leading to the arrest of a man.
Secret withdrawal: North West stokvel leaders in court after losing R600,000 in cryptocurrency scheme
Two North West signatories allegedly withdrew R600,000 from a stokvel account without permission and invested it in cryptocurrency and subsequently lost the funds.