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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.

Cape Times News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

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.

Cape Argus News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

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.

News South Africa
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

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.

Daily News News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

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.

Daily News News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

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.

Weekend Argus News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

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.

Cape Argus News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

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.

News South Africa Western Cape
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

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.

Cape Argus News
Theolin Tembo|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Theolin Tembo|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

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.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

R31 million spent on suspended magistrates sparks uproar

There has been widespread uproar over suspended magistrates costing the taxpayer R31 million.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published