By BAKANG MOKOTO
20 January 2025- More than 1567 suspects were arrested for various crimes ranging from murder, rape, aggravated armed robberies, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and many more others. Moreover, detectives conducted raids to nail wanted suspects for business robbery, murder, rape, assault GBH and house robbery.
The North West police spokesperson, Captain Mpho Manyoba said in total, 405 suspects were arrested. Manyoba said as part of the operations, 197 premises, 2879 persons and 1244 vehicles were searched.
“Furthermore, 253 high visibility patrols were conducted including 292 stops and searches. More than 102 second-hand goods dealers and 18 licensed liquor premises were visited for compliance and inspections.
“The police were focused and able to execute 5901 actions in different crime focus areas. Police visibility was heightened through spontaneous roadblocks, stop and searches and other actions, whereby the authority of the state was once more stamped,” she said.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General Patrick Asaneng, reiterated that police and other law enforcement agencies across the province will continue to squeeze the space for criminals when responding to serious and violent crimes through Operation Shanela, which is focused on enhanced crime prevention and combating.
Asaneng said they welcome the results achieved and urged police to be consistent and dedicated to ensure the safety and security of every citizen in this province.
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