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Concerns amid increase in contact crime

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By REGINALD KANYANE

4 February 2026- The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Northern Cape has expressed serious concern regarding the increase in contact crimes, including attempted murder, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), and rape. The police said the members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and to exercise caution at all times, both in public spaces and within residential areas, in order to reduce the risk of becoming victims of crime.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Merapelo Pilane urged community members to apply safety measures such as avoiding walking alone in dark or isolated areas. Pilane said they should also avoid the company of unfamiliar individuals.

“Do not accept lifts from strangers. Inform family members or trusted persons of your whereabouts at all times. Walk in well-lit and busy streets, and move in groups where possible. Avoid unnecessary confrontations at all costs. Remain alert and ensure that you have access to emergency contact numbers.

“Trust your instincts and act promptly when sensing danger. Members of the public are further encouraged to report any suspicious activities or incidents of abuse and to break the silence on Gender-Based Violence. Working together with communities remains critical in the fight against crime,” he said.

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More than 180 suspects nabbed for various crimes

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Picture: Some of the suspects nabbed during operation/Supplied

By OBAKENG MAJE

17 February 2025- More than 180 suspects were arrested for crimes, including attempted murder, assault GBH, illegal dealing in drugs and liquor during week-long disruptive actions. The detectives also embarked on tracing operations to trace wanted suspects.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson,

Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said these actions resulted in the confiscation of a significant amount of liquor and drugs, such as dagga, Tik, and Mandrax. Ehlers said multiple roadblocks, vehicle check points, high visibility patrols, and stop and search actions were executed during which 5614 persons and 2157 vehicles were searched.

“Compliance inspections were conducted at liquor outlets, second-hand goods dealers, scrapyards, and recyclers, as well as informal businesses, which led to the closure of 12 unlicensed liquor outlets and the destruction of homemade concoctions.

“In an effort to ensure rural safety, a total of 78 farms were visited by police together with officials from the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Labour.

“Several community outreach programmes were conducted to create awareness regarding child safety and crimes related to gender-based violence and femicide,” she said.

Ehlers further said these actions will continue unabated, and communities are encouraged to share valuable information and to continue aiding the police by reporting incidents via the MySAPS app or 08600 10111. She added that the police will continue to display a zero-tolerance approach and together with other government departments, will clamp down on priority crimes in hotspot areas across all five districts in the province.

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