Picture: A man sentenced to three years imprisonment for housebreaking and theft/Generic
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
11 June 2025- A man (32) was sentenced to three years imprisonment by the Douglas Magistrate’s Court for housebreaking theft. This comes after the accused, Danzil Plaatjies was found guilty.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said the dedication and investigative diligence of Detective Constable Thembani Makamba of the Campbell SAPS, has resulted in the successful conviction and sentencing of a housebreaking and theft suspect. Shemane said this follows two housebreaking incidents reported on Kriel Street, Campbell, which occurred between 4 November and 14 November 2024.
“The case was assigned to Makamba, who immediately commenced with investigations. His efforts led to the swift tracing and arrest of the suspect after stolen property was recovered in the suspect’s possession.
“Makamba successfully opposed bail, ensuring the accused remained in custody until the matter was finalised in court,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Pixley Ka Seme District Management has commended Makamba for his dedication and excellent investigative work, which ensured that a perpetrator of property-related crimes has been removed from society.
11 June 2025- The police in Northern Cape said policing of contact crimes remains a priority for the province. The police said as the long weekend approaches, they are urging the public not to overindulge, to enjoy themselves responsibly and to know their limit.
Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colone Sergio Kock said it is against this backdrop that communities are urged to adhere to the safety hints to prevent falling prey or being a victim of contact crimes. Kock said individuals should stay alert – awareness is their best defense.
“Taking self-defense lessons is a valuable option. Always leave venues with friends wherever possible. Never go to the bathroom alone, always use a buddy system at public venues. Never accept drinks or lifts from strangers
“Always stay in well-lit areas and never walk alone in secluded areas. Travel as if you know where you are going. Take the most direct route and try to stay within areas where other people are around. Trust your instincts – if you think something is wrong then act on it,” he said.
He further said individuals should avoid flashing valuable items as it attracts criminals for robbery and sexual assault. Kock added that, they should have their keys available when they reach their home or car.
“Keep money for transport and planning – the expense is worth it. Carry a personal alarm and use it when necessary. If you are a victim-
get help immediately. Make as much noise as you can to alert people when you are in trouble.
“If you have been attacked, do not shower or change your clothes as it may destroy evidence. Always give the police all the details you have about the area and suspect, if you are a victim of contact crimes. If you have had your keys taken, robbed, or lost, ensure you change the locks,” said Kock.
He said individuals should drink responsibly and refrain from excessive alcohol consumption. Kock said they need to give a clear account of what happened.
“Never leave your drink unattended as it could be tampered with, leaving you a victim of date rape. Stay alert and safe. Don’t physically intervene in fights – you could get hurt yourself, rather call the police. If it is safe to do so, take a photograph or video on your mobile phone, remember however, that the police are likely to need your phone as evidence.
“Record details of times, number plates, descriptions, and so on, If you don’t have a pen with you, leave a voicemail message on your mobile phone or write a draft text message. Immediately get out of any abusive relationship and contact family or the police,” he said.
Kock said individuals should always have an emergency contact on speed dial. He said they should contact their nearest police station or 0860010111, when they find themselves in a dangerous situation.
“Call the Stop Gender Violence Helpline at 0800 150 150 or report GBVF crime using the MySAPS app,” said Kock.
11 June 2025- Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos said he is happy to face a selection headache when the South African senior men’s national team assembles again during the next FIFA window. Broos did not select Mamelodi Sundowns FC players during the current window as the Brazilians are participating in the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America.
He said he used the opportunity to introduce several new faces to the national team setup and he is happy with what he saw in the last few days. Broos further said the Bafana Bafana drew 0-0 with Tanzania in the first game at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Friday last week and followed this result with a comfortable 2-0 win over Mozambique on Tuesday night, 10 June 2025.
“I used different starting line-ups in both matches and now have incredible depth that includes the players I used against Tanzania and Mozambique. The players currently playing in the COSAFA Cup in Bloemfontein under coach Vela Khumalo, the Mamelodi Sundowns players I did not select and the South African men’s U20 national team that won the U20 CAF Africa Cup of Nations a few weeks ago.
“Add the players that were already on my radar both here at home and in Europe, but who have not been called up to the South African senior men’s national team yet,” he said.
He added that, they scored twice (against Mozambique), so everything is positive about the past few days. Broos said this is something that will make his job very difficult in the next few months when he sees that they have 23 players there in Polokwane.
“You know that there are still maybe also 23 who are with their clubs, still with their clubs or who are at home. So that means we can choose now between 40 players.
“This will be difficult because you have to drop players in September, players maybe who deserved it, but ok. I have to make choices, but this also means players will be more motivated because they know that there are guys behind them who are waiting to take their places,” he said.
Broos said this will bring the level higher, certainly, that will bring the level higher.
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