By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
More than 29 undocumented persons were arrested in and around Sizamile Township, in Port Nolloth, Bontekoei and Nataboi mining areas. The Northern Cape multi-disciplinary Operation Vala Umgodi team consisting of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), the Department of Home Affairs Immigration Services and Springbok Public Order Police, executed the disruptive activities.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said numerous mining implements and diamond bearing gravel was confiscated during these operations.
“The suspects were detained in order to be processed and verified by the Department of Home Affairs Immigration Services officials before being formally charged and presented to court for deportation.
“If you see something, say something. Also, report illegal mining to the SAPS Crime Stop 08600 10111,” he said.
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