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Police recover stolen Toyota Corolla Cross attempting to cross into Zimbabwe via Limpopo River

The SAPS said when police officers approached the white Toyota Corolla Cross, two men alighted from the vehicle and ran into the Zimbabwean side of the border.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Outrage as laptops stolen from school’s newly established cyberlab

A rural school in KwaZulu-Natal faces a setback as its newly established cyberlab was robbed of 20 laptops and essential IT equipment, prompting calls for urgent police action and community involvement.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

NPA secures R32m preservation order in ongoing asbestos case

According to the NPA, the seized assets are believed to be the proceeds of a web of criminal activities, including theft, fraud, corruption, and money laundering, orchestrated at the expense of the Free State Department of Human Settlements (FSDHS).

Cape Times News
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Free State Asbestos Case: Court grants R32 million preservation order and seizure of Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG

The NPA confirmed that various persons and entities are also criminally charged with multiple charges of fraud, theft, money laundering, corruption, contraventions of the PFMA and contraventions of various sections of the Asbestos Regulations.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Lt-Gen Mkhwanazi relied upon to nab a construction mafia gang that held workers hostage and stole 300 litres of diesel

A six-member construction mafia group armed with guns took control of a construction site in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal, holding workers hostage and stealing 300 litres of diesel.

Daily News News
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Construction mafia gang holds workers hostage and steals 300 litres of diesel in KwaZulu-Natal, no arrests

A six-member construction mafia group armed with guns took control of a construction site in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal, holding workers hostage and stealing 300 litres of diesel.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Two eThekwini Municipality employees arrested for diesel theft

Two employees from the eThekwini Municipality have been arrested for stealing diesel intended for municipal operations, highlighting ongoing issues of corruption within local government.

Mercury
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Limpopo police launch manhunt for suspects involved in infrastructure theft

In Limpopo, police have launched a manhunt for suspects responsible for the theft and damage of vital infrastructure at a local farm.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Investigating Wicknell Chivayo: South African banks linked to R800 million money laundering allegations

Circulated documents reveal Wicknell Chivayo's alleged receipt of R800 million from a controversial R1. 2 billion tender, raising serious questions about the role of South African banks in this unfolding corruption scandal.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Wrong turn: Thieves tried to steal cars at Thaba Tshwane military base and were tackled by soldiers

A daring gang of criminals from Mamelodi tried to steal vehicles at Thaba Tshwane military base and were thwarted by vigilant soldiers.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Toyota Hilux GD-6 recovered in Zimbabwe after a woman was robbed in Botswana

The owner of the Toyota Hilux GD-6, valued at over P590,000, was left in distress after three men robbed her at Matsiloje village in Botswana.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Swift action by security firm leads to recovery of stolen BMW and Toyota Hilux

Marshall Security’s quick response and collaboration with local law enforcement led to the recovery of three stolen vehicles in Durban.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Dr Kenneth Kaunda District municipal manager sentenced to five years for theft

Abbey Dlavane, a former municipal manager, has been sentenced to five years in prison for theft and violating the Municipal Finance Management Act.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Former Gqeberha Spar manager and bookkeeper arrested for R2. 3 million theft

The Hawks have arrested a former Spar manager and bookkeeper in Gqeberha, accused of orchestrating a R2. 3 million fraud scheme over two years, highlighting serious concerns about financial integrity in retail.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Durban North gallery owner murder case proceeds to open court after accused turns 18

Six men have been charged in the murder of Alan Gordon, the owner of Etchings Gallery in Durban North.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Three men arrested for stealing bus stop in Lotus River

Three men have been arrested for stealing a bus stop in Lotus River, leaving the community shocked and raising concerns about infrastructure vandalism.

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Malawian man re-arrested by Hawks after he vanished before corruption and theft trial

The Hawks have successfully re-arrested Lazarus Kenneth Wankhama, after he evaded justice for months.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Duo sentenced to 25 years for stealing and damaging electricity infrastructure worth millions

Two Free State men were sentenced to 25 years each for stealing and damaging Centlec infrastructure worth R2. 5 million in Mangaung.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Midrand Kidnapping: SAPS rescues two businessmen, recover stolen Range Rover

Two businessmen were rescued by the SAPS anti-kidnapping task team shortly after being hijacked in Midrand, as police recover their stolen Range Rover SUV.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Two men nabbed after Ford Ranger driver was hijacked and kidnapped

Baveli Robert Maseko and Orbin Mith Mohammed face serious charges after a dramatic police chase leads to their arrest for hijacking a Ford Ranger and kidnapping its driver in Mpumalanga.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Traditional healer drowns during Crocodile River rituals with prophet friend

A traditional healer tragically drowned while performing rituals with a prophet at Crocodile River, prompting police warnings about safety during Easter rituals.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Arrests made for possession of stolen Eskom electrical items

Police in KwaZulu-Natal have made significant arrests in connection with the theft of Eskom infrastructure, highlighting the ongoing battle against vandalism and theft that costs the company millions of Rands.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Community pleads for water solutions as Department of Water and Sanitation outlines interventions

eThekwini faces significant water supply challenges, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation to implement various interventions.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Nigerian fraudster sentenced for defrauding American homebuyer of R3. 2 million

The investigation involved the Hawks, the FBI, and the United States Secret Service.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

PICS: Gauteng gang raided North West car dealership and stole three new Ford Ranger bakkies

Four suspects arrested in a bold heist as a Gauteng gang targets a North West car dealership, making off with three brand new Ford Ranger bakkies.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published