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Alleged gangster in court for double murder of police officers

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By BAKANG MOKOTO

12 August 2026 – An alleged gangster (23) will appear in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court today on two counts of murder and possession of unlicensed firearms. The suspect was arrested following a multi-disciplinary tracing operation that led to the recovery of two R5 rifles at KwaDukathole Informal Settlement in Germiston in the past weekend.

The Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale said the operation was led by the DPCI’s Serious Organised Crime Investigation, supported by Gauteng Crime Intelligence Tactical and Special Operations, the Provincial Tracking Team, Tactical Response Team, Anti-Gang Unit and PRASA. Mogale said the coordinated effort resulted in the identification and arrest of the suspect who allegedly took part in the killing of two Gauteng SAPS Anti-Gang Unit members, Constable Sphiwe Sibeko (28) and Constable Thapelo Tlomatsabe (29), as well as two civilian women.

“The suspect, a known gangster, was out on bail at the time of his arrest. He has several pending cases, including two counts of murder, two counts of attempted murder and possession of an unlicensed firearm.

“Investigations are ongoing, with police continuing to pursue all those involved. Further arrests have not been ruled out. SAPS and the DPCI remain committed to dismantling criminal networks, removing illegal firearms from communities and ensuring that perpetrators of violence against police officers and civilians are brought to justice,” she said.

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Police conduct Safer Festive Season Operation

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By BAKANG MOKOTO

18 October 2025- The police in the Frances Baard District, Provincial Firearms, Liquor and Second Hand Goods, Public Order Police, Tactical Response Team, K9 Unit, Flying Squad, Kimberley Police Station, together with the traffic officials and Transnet, conducted Safer Festive Season Operation duties in Kimberley on 16 October 2025. The parade was addressed by the Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Policing, Major General Johnny Besnaar.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Dikeledi Gopane said compliance inspections were carried out at scrap metal dealerships, resulting in the confiscation of copper cables and copper wire. Gopane said two fines amounting to R5000, were issued for contraventions of Section 25(4)(b) – dealing with burned cables.

“Vehicle Check Points (VCPs) were conducted resulting in the thorough searching of 119 vehicles and 284 persons. Several traffic fines totalling R11 100 were issued, along with one warrant of arrest.

“In addition, admission of guilt fines was issued to the value of R3000. During the second phase of the operation, high-visibility patrols were conducted across the greater Kimberley as part of ongoing crime prevention visibility,” she said.

Gopane further said intensified and enhanced policing with more boots on the ground will continue throughout the festive season and beyond.

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21 illegal immigrants nabbed

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By REGINALD KANYANE





29 August 2025- A 52-YEAR-OLD man was arrested for dealing in drugs. This comes after the police confiscated a large quantity of suspected Mandrax tablets with an estimated street value of over R7000 and an undisclosed amount of cash.





The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Merapelo Pilane said the suspect was arrested during Operation Vala Umgodi on 28 August 2025. According to Pilane, the operation that was executed, was supported by various provincial components, including the Police Emergency Service, Tactical Response Team, Kimberley, Galeshewe, Kagisho and Roodepan Police Stations, as well as the Sol Plaatje Local Municipality Traffic Department and the Department of Home Affairs.





“These joint efforts were aimed at strengthening law enforcement visibility and maintaining law and order. Crime prevention measures executed during the operation included Vehicle Check Points (VCPs), stop-and-searches and high-visibility patrols.





“The focus areas were illegal mining, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and compliance with South African immigration laws,” he said.





Pilane further said the Northern Cape Provincial Women’s Network and Men for Change also joined the operation, distributing safety tips and raising awareness among motorists and passengers at the VCPs. He said during the operation, intelligence led policing resulted in several targeted raids at houses suspected of drug dealing.





“In addition, significant quantities of dagga were seized, and an enquiry has been opened. Earlier in the week, Operation Vala Umgodi members acted on information regarding drug dealing activities at Bella Street and Dingaan Hostels in Galeshewe.





“Two suspects aged 36 and 54, were arrested and charged with dealing in drugs after suspected tik and cash were recovered,” said Pilane.





He said a total of 21 individuals aged between 18 and 46, were arrested for contravening immigration laws at construction sites in New Park and Belgravia in Kimberley, following a tip-off about undocumented workers. Pilane said employers were fined for violations of immigration legislation.





“All arrested suspects will appear in the Kimberley Magistrate’s Court, while investigations continue,” he said.





Meanwhile, the Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Policing, Major General Johny Besnaar, commended the members for their dedication and encouraged them to remain resolute in dismantling all forms of criminality in the province. Besnaar said the public is urged to report suspicious activities through the MySAPS App or the Crime Stop number 08600 10111.





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