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A man nabbed for murder, attempted murder and arson

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By STAFF REPORTER

31 March 2026 – A man (37) was arrested by the police in connection with murder, attempted murder, and arson incident that occurred in Mogwase earlier this month. The police said following thorough investigations, the suspect was traced and arrested on 30 March 2026, in the Zeerust area through a coordinated effort involving detectives, K9, and crime prevention units.

The North West police spokesperson, Col Anne Magakoe said the suspect is expected to appear before the Mogwase Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, on charges of murder, attempted murder, and malicious damage to property.

Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, commended the police for their swift response and dedication, stating that the arrest demonstrates SAPS’ commitment to ensuring that perpetrators of violent crime are brought to justice.

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94 undocumented suspects arrested for illegal gold-mining

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Picture: Some of materials seized during arrests/Supplied

By OBAKENG MAJE

More than 94 undocumented suspects were nabbed during a multi-disciplinary and crime intelligence driven, Operation Vala Umgodi that was conducted in Scheerpoort, near Hartbeespoortdam by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, National Intervention Unit (NIU), Special Task Force (STF), Tactical Response Team (TRT), Public Order Police (POP), South African National Defence Force (SANDF), Airwing, Mounted Unit, Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC), K9, Visible Policing, ER24 and Harmony Gold Mine security, pounced on 94 undocumented ‘illegal’ miners on 1 February 2024.

The North West police spokesperson, Brig Sabata Mokgwabone said the suspects were arrested at a mountainous part of the farm, where illegal gold mining was reported to be taking place. Mokgwabone further said during the arrest, the team seized large quantities of gold-bearing material and 139 generators worth R1.3 million.

“Additionally, 24 grinders, 95 jackhammers, hammers, chisels, pick-axes, shovels, cutting torches, gas bottles, electric mills, phendukas and explosives were seized.

“The suspects who are mainly Zimbabwe and Mozambique foreign nationals, are expected to make a first appearance before the Brits Magistrate’s Court on 5 February 2024,” he added.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, commended the team for their commitment and cooperation that resulted in the arrests and seizures. Kwena said this will serve as a warning that, the police working with other stakeholders will leave no stone unturned in dealing with illicit mining.

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