Daily Archives: April 1, 2024

Two men nabbed for being in possession of copper cable worth R650 000 

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

Two men who were arrested for theft and possession of copper cable are expected to appear at Zeerust Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday. Bonang Jankie Madisakwane (37) and Paul Tlelimo (37), were arrested by the Zeerust Visible Policing Members along R49 road near Lekubu village, in Zeerust on 23 March 2024. 

They initially appeared before the Zeerust Magistrate’s Court on 25 and 27 March 2024. However, their case was postponed to 4 April 2024, for formal bail application.    

The police were allegedly conducting patrol when they spotted a white Audi vehicle with Gauteng Province (GP) registration number. 

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said: “The vehicle was searched together with the three occupants. During the search, the police found two plastic bags full of copper cable, a roll of copper cable all worth R650 000, two back packs, side cutter, spanners, knives and pliers.  

“The suspects were arrested after failing to account for the possession, but the third one who is alleged to be a Lesotho foreign national, fled from the scene to evade arrest.

“The preliminary investigations conducted after the arrest positively linked the copper cable with a case of theft registered at Nietverdiend. Madisakwane was further linked to a case of theft allegedly committed in Jacobsdal in the policing precinct of Ottoshoop,” she said.

She further said Tlelimo, who is foreign national from Lesotho, was charged for contravening the provisions of the Immigration Act, 2002, after failing to prove his legal status in the country.  

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, hailed the police for their vigilance, which resulted in the success.  

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44 suspected undocumented foreigners nabbed for illegal firearms and ammunition

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Picture: One of the firearms seized by the police during raid/Supplied 

By OBAKENG MAJE 

More than 43 foreign nationals from Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Malawi, were arrested at Klerksdorp Landfill Site during a cordon and search operation on 27 March 2024. 

The suspects were arrested by a multi-disciplinary team comprising various South African Police Service (SAPS) units, including Vala Umgodi deployment group, South African National Defence Force (SANDF), the Hawks, Department of Home Affairs, Matlosana Local Traffic and Harmony Gold Mine Security. 

North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col, Amanda Funani said: “This culminated in the arrest of 44 suspected undocumented foreign nationals. The police arrested 35 suspects from Lesotho, 5 from Zimbabwe, 3 from Mozambique and 1 from Malawi.

“Of the arrested suspects, two were held for unlawful possession of firearms, unlawful possession of ammunition, possession of suspected stolen property, while the third one was held for unlawful possession of ammunition.”

Funani further said the police seized two firearms, 157 empty cartridges, ammunition, eight small rolls of copper cables, two cell phones, one Penduka machine and 16 040kg of gold bearing material with an estimated value of R240 000. She added that the arrested suspects are due to appear before the Klerksdorp Magistrate’s Court on 2 April 2024.

Meanwhile, the North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, thanked all role players for their collaborative efforts that led to the arrests and seizures.

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Monna o tshwerwe morago ga go bolaya Tshiamo Bokote kwa Mokgareng 

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Setshwantsho: Lebenkele le le rekisang nnotagi la 2Bob kwa Mokgareng

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Monna wa dingwaga di le 32, o solofetswe go tlhagelela fa pele ga kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la Labobedi mabapi le ditatofatso tsa polao. Go begwa fa monnao, a tlhapile le go bolaya Tshiamo Bokote (27) ka thipa. 

Sebueledi sa sepodisi mo Bokone Bophirima, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani, o kaile fa tiragalo e e diragetse kwa lefelong le go rekisiwang nnotagi kwa go lone le le bidiwang 2BoB kwa motseng wa Mokgareng, gaufi le Taung mo letsatsing la Tshipi fa masigo asa. 

‘Go begwa fa go ile ga tsoga nganyisano magareng ga moswi le molatofadiwa mo letsatsing la Tshipi fa masigo a sa teng kwa lefelong leo. Go ya ka dipego, molatofadiwa one a ntsha thipa le go bolaya Bokote kay one. 

“One a inaya naga, fela one a tshwarwa mo letsatsing la Mosupulogo fa ane a sasanka le mebila ya kwa Mokgareng. O solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la Labobedi, mme ene o lebagane le ditatofatso tsa polao,” Funani wa tlhalosa. 

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Church members robbed of their valuables in Klerksdorp 

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

The Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) in the North West has condemned the robbery during which congregants were allegedly robbed of their valued possessions at a church in Y100 Section, Jouberton Township, outside Klerksdorp on Thursday night. It is alleged that a church gathering was stormed by five unknown gunmen wearing balaclavas. 

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said, a church member was allegedly outside and on the phone when balaclava wearing suspects pointed him with firearms and instructed him to get inside the church. 

Funani said the suspects then ordered the congregants to lie down. She further said they allegedly searched and robbed them of cash, handbags and cell phones before fleeing from the scene on foot.  

“The police were called and a charge of business robbery was opened. The police request anyone who may have information that can assist in the investigations to contact the Investigating Officer, Sergeant Bantjies on 082 568 6086 or Crime Stop on ‪‪‪‪08600 10111.  

“Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the MySAPS App on one’ smartphone,” she said. 

Meanwhile, the MRM provincial convenor, Lesiba Kgwele said, the civil society led movement promoting the charter of positive values, including ethical and moral leadership, described the brazen robbery not only as a disgrace, but a barbaric act that has defiled the sanctity of Good Friday as well as the Passover weekend.  

Kgwele said that opportunistic crimes of this nature targeted at church gatherings and other places of worship, are threatening congregants’ constitutional right of freedom of assembly.

“No one will be safe until the marauding heartless gang is behind bars. We therefore call on our communities to assist police, who have launched a manhunt in pursuit of the robbers in their investigations. 

“We also appeal to communities to unite in action against the cycle of violence and gangsterism prevalent in the area by reclaiming their activism in order to promote and harness collective responsibility among communities within the spirit of Ubuntu,” he said.

Kgwele further said the effort to tackle the scourge of gangsterism in Matlosana must be bolstered and a strong partnership with the communities established in order to restore the rule of law, as well as residents’ confidence in the criminal justice system. 

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Four people facing business robbery back in court 

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

Four people who were arrested for business robbery, are expected back at Coligny Magistrate’s Court on 3 April 2024. Naledi Ingwane (28), Johannes Selwane (54), Raymond Mokgobatlou (54), and Aron Matlala (56), allegedly robbed a retail shop in Coligny after pointing staff members with firearms on 25 February 2024.  

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said, the accused allegedly took cash, cell phones worth R300 000 and other valuables such as laptop before fleeing the scene. Funani said the suspects were allegedly driving in a Toyota Quantum vehicle during the business robbery. 

“However, they were cornered and arrested along the R104 road on 18 March 2024, by Marikana police, who were conducting routine patrols. This comes after the police spotted a suspicious Toyota Quantum, which was driving from Rustenburg to Pretoria direction. 

“They stopped it for a search and firearms and different registration number plates were found in the vehicle, which was circulated and positively linked to the Coligny business robbery,” she said. 

Funani further said the suspects were arrested and charged for business robbery and unlawful possession of firearms. She added that the suspects briefly appeared before Coligny Magistrate’s Court on 25 March 2024, but their matter was postponed to 3 April 2024, for formal bail application.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, applauded Marikana and Coligny police for their cooperation in ensuring the apprehension of the accused and subsequent linkage to the business robbery.

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Monna o bolailwe ka go tlhabiwa ka thipa kwa lefelong le le rekisang nnotagi kwa Schweizer Reneke  

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Sepodisi sa kwa motsesetoropong wa kwa Ipeleng, gaufi le Schweizer Reneke, se kaile fa se boloditse letsholo-patlo morago ga gore monna wa dingwaga di le 24, a tlhabilwe le go bolawa ke thipa ke monna mongwe o a sa itsiweng. 

Go begwa fa tiragalo e, ele ya letsatsi la Tshipi fa masigo as aka ura ya boraro. Go begwa fa Botshelo Maponya, a ne a amogiwa botshelo jwa gagwe kwa lefelong la selegae. Go ya ka sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen, dipatlisiso di tsweletse, mme ditlamorago di tla tlhalosa gore sebakwa sa polao ene ele eng. 

“Go ya ka tshedimosetso e re e boneng, motswasetlhabelo one a le kwa lefelong le go rekisiwang nnotagi fa gone ga tsoga ntwa. Go begwa fa mo ntweng eo, moswi ane a tlhabiwa ka thipa. Letsholo-patlo la mobelaelwa le tsweletse,” van Rooyen wa tlhalosa. 

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A man nabbed for allegedly killing his girlfriend in retaliation 

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

A man (30) has been arrested in connection with the murder of his girlfriend (25) in Brakspruit, outside Klerksdorp on Sunday. It is alleged that the suspect, the victim and their friends were sitting together at their friends’ place in Brakspruit, outside Klerksdorp, when a fight ensued. 

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said, the victim allegedly assaulted the boyfriend and the latter retaliated by beating her with fists until she fell down. 

“The victim was left lying on the floor and the owner of the room attempted to wake her up when he got back, but realised that she was not moving. He then alerted the friends and the boyfriend. 

“An ambulance and the police were called and the victim was declared dead at the scene. The suspect was arrested and charged with murder. He is expected to appear before the Klerksdorp Magistrate’s Court on 2 April 2024,” she said.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, applauded the police for their quick reaction, which led to the arrest. Kwena urged members of the community to resolve their differences amicably to avoid violent situations like this one.

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ANC North West Provincial Legislature Caucus support staff dies in R503 head on collision 

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Video: The ANC staffer amongst those who died in a horrific accident/Supplied

By OBAKENG MAJE 

The Office of the ANC Chief Whip in the North West Provincial Legislature (NWPL), is mourning the death of one of its caucus staff members, Sello Shimmy Moleko. 

A staffer (55) who served as Constituency Officer, died in a head-on collision involving his VW Amarok Bakkie and a VW Polo Sedan that occurred on the R503 road between Lichtenburg and Mahikeng around 7:30pm on Sunday evening.    

The North West Community Safety and Transport Management spokesperson, Lucas Mothibedi said: “Please note that, the R503 road linking Mahikeng and Lichtenburg is closed. This comes after a head-on collision. 

“One of the vehicles has caught fire and the scene is still active. Motorists are advised to use alternative roads. The alternative route is, if you coming from Lichtenburg, please turn at Thusong Hospital and use that road to Mahikeng.”

Mothibedi said those who come from Mahikeng to Lichtenburg, they can either use the same road of Buhrmansdrif or go to Ottoshop and turn right onto R505 to Lichtenburg.

Meanwhile, the ANC Chief Whip at the North West Provincial Legislature (NWPL), Paul Sebegoe said the two vehicles caught fire on impact resulting in the two drivers, who were alone in their respective vehicles succumbing to their injuries at the scene of the horrific accident, near Blaauwbank.

“We are shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely demise of comrade Shakes Moleko as Sello was affectionately known. His contribution in the coordination of ANC Parliamentary Constituency Offices across the province and the support that he rendered the ANC Provincial Department of Information and Publicity (DIP) was invaluable. 

“Moleko who had earlier in the day supported the ANC Easter Church Services Visit programme in Potchefstroom and thereafter proceeded to another in Ottosdal/Letsopa in the Tswaing Sub-District of the ANC Ngaka Modiri Molema Region,” he said. 

Sebegoe further said Moleko was on route home when he was involved in the road crash that claimed his life. He added that Moleko who had joined the Office of the ANC Chief Whip in 2009, has left an indelible mark as he leaves behind a legacy of selflessness that characterised his loyal service to the glorious movement and revolutionary life.

“He was like a live wire with a larger-than-life personality, forthright as well as a courageous and devoted cadre that understood the importance of supporting the organization as the only vehicle to change the lives of people.

“His love for the movement, interpersonal skills as well as ability to network as a team player made this revolutionary cadre an indispensable member of the ANC support staff, hence we will be poorer without him because he was one, we could count on,” said Sebegoe. 

He said the ANC Caucus deeps its revolutionary banner in honour of Moleko as a patriot and a courageous cadre, who dedicated his life to serving the movement that he loved dearly. Sebegoe said Moleko, who hailed from Itsoseng, but had set up home in Mosiane View in Mahikeng is survived by his wife, son, mother and relatives.

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71 suspects nabbed for various crimes

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By OBAKENG MAJE

More than 71 suspects were arrested for various crimes during Operation Vala Umgodi in Kimberley. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said, the police together with South African National Defence Force (SANDF), were conducting high density patrols in hotspot areas linked to illegal mining within the designated district of Frances Baard.

“In one of the hotspot areas, the alert operational members spotted a group of people busy digging on Karee Boom Farm, near Kimberley on 26 March 2024. The police discovered that the group did not have mining permits to operate on the farm and was not given access by the owner to dig.

“They were subsequently arrested for illegal mining and trespassing. Four women aged between 24 and 45 and 67 men aged between 20 and 63 were arrested. Numerous sieves, a blue VW Polo vehicle and a bicycle were confiscated,” he said.

Shemane further said the SAPS multi-disciplinary team, Operation Vala Umgodi, will continue to dismantle the actions and activities of illicit mining in Kimberley.

Meanwhile, the acting Northern Cape Police Commissioner, Major General Luntu Ngubelanga, commended the law enforcement agencies in addressing illegal mining and related crimes. Ngubelanga added that the collaborative team will continue undoubtedly to disrupt illegal mining activities in the province.

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