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27/08/2025

Bloemfontein High Court heard how Rampimpi Dankie Sefafe, a 43-year-old foreign national, stabbed his live-in lover with a sharp object, cleaned her up and shared […]

25/07/2025

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10/05/2025

10/05/2025

The Management of the South African Police Service in Gauteng has noted the circulation of a notice by the Station Commander of Boksburg North Police Station regarding the cooperation of the police with a television production company.

The notice emanated from legal advice to the management of the province wherein a concern was expressed of a television crew walking into police stations either requesting the police to es**rt them to conduct sting operations or dropping off people they have arrested for alleged various offences.

The police in Gauteng would like to give clarity on the allegations that SAPS does not want to work with this particular production company:

The Constitution of South Africa enshrines the right to freedom and security of the person (section 12). Arrest, being a significant infringement of this right, is subject to specific legal requirements.

*Arrest Procedure

1. Arrest may be effected with a warrant of arrest obtained from the court in terms of the Criminal Procedure Act (CPA).

2. Arrest may be effected without a warrant of arrest terms of Section 40(1)(a) to (q) of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977, only in the circumstances stipulated in the section.

However, we have noted with concern certain practices that may not align with legal requirements. These include:

- Effecting arrests without warrants or witnessing the commission of an offense
- Arresting illegal foreign nationals without verification by the Department of Home Affairs
- Conducting entrapments that do not comply with Section 252(A) of the CPA
- Unlawfully searching people or property without search warrants
- Dumping suspects at police stations without providing arrest statements

We would like to emphasise that investigative journalists do not have the authority to arrest suspects. If evidence of a crime is uncovered, we encourage anyone to report it to SAPS and cooperate with police investigations. Trained detectives will then investigate, gather evidence, and apprehend suspects as necessary.

The SAPS is open to collaborating with television production houses, but this must be done through SAPS Head Office and Provincial Corporate Communication and Liaison’s Film and Television Section. Any visits to film inside police stations also require prior arrangement with Corporate Communication and Liaison.

If a production company has safety concerns about filming in a particular area, they may request police visibility in writing to the station commander of the relevant policing precinct, at least 14 working days prior to the filming date. It is worth noting that police officers will not be static at the set but will instead conduct patrols in the area.

SAPS will work with production companies in a manner that respects the law and individual rights.
https://www.saps.gov.za/newsroom/msspeechdetail.php?nid=60799

10/05/2025

One suspect has been detained after he was found selling match day tickets which were issued to sponsors. He was also found in possession of wristbands which were meant to be distributed to service providers. He will be processed accordingly.

10/05/2025

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is calling on 24-year-old Thato David Madisha and Sello “Skhalo” Uoane to hand themselves over at their nearest police station.

The two are wanted suspects in the case of murdered journalist, Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli.

Police believe the pair may have played a role or have information on the alleged kidnapping and killing of the couple.

While tracking teams are on the ground searching for the pair, the two suspects are also advised to voluntary hand themselves over. Communities who may know their whereabouts or may have any information are advised to contact the investigating officer in this case, Lieutenant Colonel Maboko on 0720302794‎‎.

Sello Uoane is currently out on parole for r**e.
https://www.saps.gov.za/newsroom/selnewsdetails.php?nid=60798

07/05/2025

SCAM ALERT 🚨
Attention, Gauteng residents! Please be aware of unscrupulous individuals taking advantage of unsuspecting members of the public by pretending to act on behalf of the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements. These scammers falsely claim to be senior officials, such as Directors, MECs, or Heads of Department, to sound more legitimate.

IMPORTANT: The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements DOES NOT charge the public for its services.

We strongly urge you not to fall victim to anyone asking for money to:
* Jump the housing waiting list.
* Buy RDP houses.
* Purchase land through one of the Department’s programs.

If you encounter any suspicious activity or receive such offers, please report them immediately to the authorities. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from these fraudulent schemes.

Remember:
* Do not share your personal information with unknown individuals.
* Verify the identity of anyone claiming to be a representative of the Department.
* Trust only official communication channels for information and updates.

Stay safe and spread the word to protect your community!

07/05/2025

The Warden police need the community’s assistance in locating Mundo Nkabinde (24) from Ezenzeleni near Warden. He was last seen on 8 March 2025 at about 01:30 when he left home.

Anyone who might know about his whereabouts can contact Warden Detective Sergeant Hlatswayo at 082 455 6164 or Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
https://www.saps.gov.za/newsroom/msspeechdetail.php?nid=60725

06/05/2025

05/05/2025

The Eastern Cape SAPS, in collaboration with the Department of Transport, is calling on families whose relatives may have been travelling from Qonce to Cape Town on Saturday, 03 May 2025, to come forward for identification.

This follows a devastating head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a bakkie on the R63 near Maqoma (Fort Beaufort), about 90km from Qonce, which claimed 15 lives.

The deceased have been taken to the Maqoma Government Mortuary. Families seeking to confirm whether their loved ones were involved are urged to contact Captain Fete (SAPS Maqoma) – 082 090 2742

Authorities are working to expedite the identification process and provide support to affected families.

Our deepest condolences go out to all those affected by this tragedy.

https://www.saps.gov.za/newsroom/msspeechdetail.php?nid=60686