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20/08/2025

Members of the Gauteng Traffic Police and Gauteng Traffic Wardens from Eldorado Park acted on information from community members about a male suspect allegedly selling drugs at Tjiovitjio Squatter Camp.The suspect, who matched the description provided, was spotted attempting to sell drugs to a young girl. Upon searching him, officers found crystal m**h, 10 quarter mandrax pills, and 6 half mandrax pills.The suspect was immediately arrested and detained.

20/08/2025

On Monday, 18 August 2025, the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) arrested two individuals aged 17 and 18 in Eldorado Park, Extension 3, for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. The arrests are as a result of credible information regarding multiple robbery incidents involving two suspects targeting local residents.

In a separate operation held on Friday, 15 August 2025, the AGU arrested a 55-year-old female in Westbury and a 44-year-old male in Protea Glen,Extension 11, both of who were found with 38 tablets suspected to be mandrax. Additionally, another male suspect was arrested for possession of drugs suspected to be nyaope during stop-and-search duties in Brixton.

20/08/2025

5000 ILLEGAL CONNECTIONS REMOVED DURING AN OPERATION - IN THE ELANDSFONTEIN AREA

ELANDSFONTEIN_On Tuesday 19 August 2025 between 09:00 and 13:00, the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Anti-Cable Theft, Public Order Policing (POPs), First Response Unit (FRU) Officers, Bedfordview South African Police Service (SAPS), Crime Prevention Wardens, Energy Revenue Enhancement Team and Immigration Officers, conducted an illegal connections operation in the Elandsfontein area.

The purpose of the operation was to disconnect illegal connections of electricity and cables around the Emabondeni informal settlement. During the operation, two (2) male suspects aged thirty-three (33) and thirty-five, were caught in action, tampering with essential infrastructure, and were immediately placed under arrest.

The operation was a success with over 5 000 illegal connections removed and seven (7) illegal immigrates between the ages of twenty-seven (27) and thirty-seven (37), placed under arrest for being in contravention of the immigration act.

The suspects were detained at the Bedfordview Police Station, facing charges of tempering with essential infrastructure and contravention of immigration act. They are expected to appear at the Magistrate’s Court soon.

20/08/2025

MEC CHILOANE CONDEMNS VIOLENCE AFTER HOËRSKOOL ROODEPOORT PRINCIPAL STABBED DURING LEARNER CLASH

The Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, vehemently condemns violent clashes between learners from West Ridge High School and Hoërskool Roodepoort, which left the Principal of Hoërskool Roodepoort stabbed on her hand while attempting to defuse tensions on Monday, 18 August 2025.

Preliminary reports state that this violence follows an earlier altercation between learners from the two schools on Friday, 15 August 2025, which went viral on social media. On Monday, 18 August 2025, the situation escalated when a group of West Ridge learners, allegedly seeking revenge, went to Hoërskool Roodepoort where they attacked learners and pelted cars with stones.

The Principal of Hoërskool Roodepoort was stabbed while trying to destabilise the situation, and was rushed to hospital for treatment. She has since been discharged. Furthermore, three (3) learners from Hoërskool Roodepoort sustained serious injuries and are receiving the necessary medical care.

About six (6) Grade 12 boy learners from West Ridge High School have been identified and will be served suspension letters today on Tuesday, 19 August 2025, suspending them from school for seven days, pending their appearance before a disciplinary committee. Further suspensions may be effected as the verification of evidence continues.

Our Psycho-Social Support team and employee wellness will visit both schools to provide necessary support.

To enhance security, the Department has engaged SAPS Roodepoort to support both schools and requested them to conduct unannounced search-and-seizure operations.

20/08/2025

19/08/2025

Bail judgment reserved in viral child 'drug-smoking' video case

The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court has reserved judgment in the bail application of one of four accused charged with child abuse and attempted murder after a video of a four-year-old boy allegedly being encouraged to smoke drugs went viral.

The accused, who appeared in court on 31 July 2025, faces charges alongside the child’s mother and two others. While the mother and two of the accused abandoned their bail applications, accused number two sought bail. Judgment has been reserved until 22 August 2025.The defence argued that the accused has cooperated with police and poses no flight risk or threat, pledging adherence to any bail conditions.

However, the state strongly opposed bail, citing the gravity of the charges and disclosing that the accused has a 2018 conviction for drug possession. Prosecutors argued that releasing the accused would not serve the interests of justice.

The disturbing footage shows the child lighting a pipe for his mother to smoke before allegedly being urged to inhale the substance himself, while the other accused were present.

According to NPA regional spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane, the accused were arrested soon after the video circulated.

> “Following the incident, the child was placed in a safe environment for protection,” she confirmed.

19/08/2025

JMPD ARRESTS 186 MOTORISTS FOR DRUNK DRIVING IN ONE WEEK

JOHANNESBURG, 18 August 2025 – Between 11 and 17 August 2025, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) arrested 186 motorists for drunk driving during intensified enforcement operations, which included roadblocks and high-visibility patrols across the city.

JMPD Chief Commissioner Patrick Jaca expressed concern over the alarming number of offenders, urging motorists to act responsibly.

> “We call on citizens to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol. Safer alternatives are available, such as public transport, designated drivers, or e-hailing services. Road safety remains a collective responsibility,” said Commissioner Jaca.

All arrested suspects are expected to appear in court, facing prosecution in line with the JMPD’s zero-tolerance campaign to reduce alcohol-related accidents, injuries, and fatalities on Johannesburg’s roads.

19/08/2025

SAPS ARRESTS IN ELDORADO PARK OPERATIONS

ELDORADO PARK – While conducting patrols in Eldorado Park Extension 4, members of the South African Police Service (SAPS), working jointly with Gauteng Traffic Wardens, arrested a suspect found in possession of 49 full mandrax tablets.

In a separate operation, officers successfully apprehended two male suspects who were discovered in possession of a stun gr***de and live ammunition.

Both incidents form part of ongoing operations aimed at curbing crime and ensuring the safety of communities. Investigations into the cases are continuing.

19/08/2025

COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE WELCOMES ABANDONMENT OF BAIL APPLICATION IN ELDORADO PARK CHILD MURDER AND ABUSE CASE

The Portfolio Committee on Community Safety in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature notes the decision by the two accused in the Eldorado Park case facing charges of murder, r**e, and child abuse of a 4-year-old child to abandon their bail application at the Protea Magistrate Court today.

The Committee views this decision as a clear acknowledgment by the accused of the seriousness of the charges they face. It is the Committee’s firm position that individuals accused of such heinous crimes should remain in custody, as they pose a grave threat to the safety and well-being of our communities.

As elected representatives of the people of Gauteng, the Committee will continue to monitor developments in this matter closely until its conclusion. It calls on law enforcement agencies and the judiciary to ensure that a watertight case is presented. Furthermore, the Committee urges the courts to impose the harshest possible sentences should the accused be found guilty.

The Committee stands in solidarity with the community of Eldorado Park and all those affected by this tragic case. It remains steadfast in its commitment to advocating for justice, accountability, and the protection of women and children who continue to bear the brunt of gender-based violence and violent crimes in our province.

19/08/2025

18/08/2025

According to (SAWS)South African Weather Service this week's temperatures are expected to reach a high of 27°C as Spring approaches .

18/08/2025

VEREENIGING FATAL CRASH

Four people were killed in the early hours of yesterday morning after a taxi allegedly skipped a stop sign and collided with a truck at the intersection of Boy Louw Road and Houtkop Road, Vereeniging, around 01:45am.

Law enforcement and emergency services attended the scene. Investigations into the exact circumstances are ongoing.

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