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A policeman found in his vehicle with gunshot wounds

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Picture: Constable Mojalefa Mogwebi/Supplied

By BAKANG MOKOTO

26 November 2024- An off-duty policeman, Constable Mojalefa Mogwebi was allegedly shot dead in Kanana Township, near Orkney on Sunday morning. Mogwebi’s lifeless body was found in his vehicle by neighbours, who alerted the police.

According to the North West police spokesperson, Colonel Amanda Funani, Mgwebi was allegedly killed in the early hours of Sunday morning, 24 November 2024. Funani said the deceased was stationed at Jouberton Township, near Klerksdorp and was found with gunshot wounds on his upper body.

“Mogwebi was last seen by his cousins, whom he dropped at their residential places after attending a family gathering in Klerksdorp on Saturday. The motive of the incident is unknown at this stage.

“Investigations into the matter by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation continue,” she said.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, conveyed his profound condolences to the family, friends, relatives and colleagues of the late constable. Kwena said that, it is sad to lose a member due to murder and that the incident will have a direct impact on service delivery to the communities.

“I have instructed the investigators to leave no stones unturned in ensuring that those who are responsible are brought to book. The public is urged to report crime by calling the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or using the MySAPS application. Extortion-related incidents can be reported on the Extortion Hotline: 080 091 1011,” he said.

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Ethiopian man arrested for being in possession of two firearms and ammunition

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Picture: Firearms and ammunition seized by the police/Supplied

By REGINALD KANYANE

24 November 2024- Ethiopian foreign national (27) was arrested for being in possession of two unlicensed firearms and ammunition. The suspect is expected to appear before the Brits Magistrate’s Court on 25 November 2024.

According to the North West police spokesperson, Colonel Amanda Funani, the police at Hartbeespoortdam, allegedly received a tip-off and operationalised it. Funani said the police received an intelligence that a shop owner allegedly kept unlicensed firearms at his shop.

“The suspect’s shop at Schaumburg Informal Settlement was searched on Thursday night. The action resulted in the discovery of two firearms and ammunition in the backroom. 

“Furthermore, it was discovered that the suspect was in the country illegally and was using illegal documents belonging to an elderly man (65),” she said.

Funani said the suspect was charged for possession of two unlicensed firearms, unlawful possession of ammunition and contravention of Section 49 (1)(a) of the Immigration Act, 2002. (Act No. 13 of 2002).

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, lauded the police who were involved in the operation for their sterling job. Kwena also thanked members of the community for working together with the police in fighting crime and ensuring that criminals are put behind bars, where they belong.

“The public is urged to report crime by calling the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or using MySAPS application. Extortion-related incidents can be reported on the Extortion hotline: 080 091 1011,” he said.

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Two nabbed for being in possession of suspected stolen goods

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Picture: Some of the belongings seized by the police/Supplied 

By BAKANG MOKOTO

24 November 2024- Two suspects arrested for possession of suspected stolen goods at Ten Rooms Informal Settlement on Thursday, by the Brits Crime Intelligence and Visible Policing, as well as Hartbeespoortdam Visible Policing and Detectives during a joint tactical operation.

According to the North West police spokesperson, Colonel Amanda Funani, a search was conducted at the suspects’ place and that led to the recovery of one HP printer, a cooler bag, two laptop bags, a roll bag with wheels and a black jacket. Funani said all the belongings were worth R5000.

“The preliminary investigation revealed that the goods were stolen during a business burglary committed earlier this month in Hartbeespoortdam. The accused, Samuel Ngobeni and Samuel Mokgarudi, both aged 42, briefly appeared in the Brits Magistrate’s Court on 22 November 2024.

“The pair was remanded in custody until 27 November 2024, for bail application,” she said.

Meanwhile, the Bojanala Platinum Sub-District 1 District Commissioner, Major General Modisagaarekwe Mosimanegape, hailed the police for dedication and concerted efforts that resulted in the success.

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