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Ambassadors Against Crime: We are committed to making South Africa safe. It's time to #MakeSASafe through partnerships.

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[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

Tune into @eNCA at 1pm today with @HeidiGiokos

We take a closer look at Gauteng’s crime hotspots, the latest crime trends, and what the numbers reveal about the ongoing challenges facing communities across the province.

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[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

Yusuf Omar from Omar’s Motor Den, who was arrested yesterday when the @RSASIU pounced, was not charged.

He apparently insisted on “proper service” before the execution of any order and objected to the SIU removing a white Bentley from the dealership floor, maintaining that it was not the vehicle referred to in the order.

It is understood that the detention related to the alleged obstruction of officials during the operation.

However, following intervention by attorneys and clarification of the order, the order was complied with “under a strict reservation of rights”, and Omar was later released without charge.

Sources say that Omar’s Motor Den may approach the courts for relief should a suitable and cost-effective arrangement not be reached with the curator and the SIU.

@HeidiGiokos @pule_jones

[Heidi Giokos @HeidiGiokos]

Operation Shanela tonight is in the West Rand.
This man was resisting arrest. He was clearly intoxicated and was driving.
He got aggressive with the cops and said he isn’t drunk.
@eNCA #OperationShanela @Abramjee

[SA Police Service 🇿🇦 @SAPoliceService]

#sapsGP [WEEKEND PROVINCIAL OPERATION SHANELA 2]

The Provincial Commissioner of Gauteng Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, Deputy Provincial Commissioner: Policing, Major General Fred Kekana together with the Acting District Commissioner of West Rand, Brigadier Happy Xaba joined by Gauteng senior management are being briefed about the crime situation in the policing precincts where #OperationShanela 2 multi-disciplinary forces will be operating today.

Stakeholders that have joined the briefing includes the Department of Home Affairs, Community Police Forum and GGT 2030.

The team is briefed about the crime situation in these areas. The operation will be assisting these police stations with the reduction of crime. #PoliceVisibility #FightingCrime ML

[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

Wanted

[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

Eight suspects were arrested in the Phokeng policing area in the North West after police discovered suspected stolen cellphone tower batteries worth approximately R500 000 concealed inside a Toyota Quantum.

The arrests followed an intelligence-driven multidisciplinary operation conducted on Thursday night, 4 June 2026, after information linked the group to the theft of cellphone tower batteries across the province, including in the Zeerust area.

Members attached to Counter Narcotics Intelligence and Domestic Drug Trafficking at Head Office, together with the Phokeng K9 Unit and other law enforcement agencies, intercepted the vehicle near Boshoek while it was travelling towards Chaneng.

A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of four cellphone tower batteries believed to have been stolen from telecommunications infrastructure.

The eight suspects, aged between 20 and 48, were arrested and charged with possession of suspected stolen property.

Police also seized the recovered batteries and the Toyota Quantum allegedly used in the commission of the crime.

The suspects are expected to appear in the Tlhabane Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 8 June 2026. SAPS said it remains committed to combating crimes targeting critical infrastructure, warning that such offences negatively impact service delivery, economic activity and community safety.

[Department of Transport @Dotransport]

SAY NO TO BRIBE

National Traffic Police (NTP) has arrested a driver driving recklessly which resulted in a collision.

The driver was found to have been under the influence of alcohol.

#RoadSafety
#ArriveAlive

[Heidi Giokos @HeidiGiokos]

JUST IN:
President Cyril Ramaphosa will this evening at 6pm address the nation on government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals.

Live on #eNCA #DStv403

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See you all today on @eNCA
12-3pm 🩷

[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

JUST IN:

A Free State police officer and three other people have died following a shooting incident in Hennenman in the early hours of this
morning.

The 47-year-old officer, who was stationed in Hennenman as a Rural Safety Coordinator, went searching for his girlfriend after reporting for duty on Saturday afternoon.

After failing to find her at one location, he went with the girlfriend’s uncle to another venue where family members were attending an event.

Police say an argument broke out after he was informed that the woman was not there.

The officer allegedly opened fire, killing the girlfriend’s mother, her uncle and the 25-year-old woman. Two other people were wounded, with one taken to hospital and another treated at the scene for a graze wound.

The officer then returned to his vehicle and shot himself.

Free State Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thabang Lesia condemned the incident, describing it as “deeply disturbing and senseless”, and extended condolences to the affected families. The motive for the shooting remains unknown and is under investigation.

Cases of murder, attempted murder and an inquest will be investigated by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID).

@HeidiGiokos @pule_jones

[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation at 18h00 on evening from the Union Buildings in Pretoria on government’s approach to illegal migration and the recent rise in protests against foreign nationals.

The address comes amid growing tensions and demonstrations in several communities over the presence of undocumented foreign nationals in South Africa.

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Gauteng continues to carry the unwanted label of South Africa’s crime capital, with figures again painting a deeply worrying picture.

While the province remains the country’s economic hub, it is also battling persistently high levels of violent crime, organised criminal activity, robberies, kidnappings, extortion, illegal firearms, drug trafficking and corruption.

Today at 1pm, I will be speaking to @HeidiGiokos on @eNCA DSTV 403 to unpack the latest crime statistics, emerging crime trends and the growing concerns around law enforcement capacity in Gauteng.

[Ian Cameron @IanCameron23]

Make no mistake, Shibiri wasn’t in his position by accident, merit or hard work. He was a strategically placed cadre. You can decide for whom 😉

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Benoni residents are protesting in the streets over what they describe as an influx of foreign nationals to the area. They want those living in the country illegally to leave by the end of the month. Activist Rose Kgabale said they do not want any violence.

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[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

Three suspects aged between 40 and 41 were arrested in Kroonstad FS after police intercepted a white Mazda allegedly transporting suspected stolen copper cable from Steynsrus.

Acting on intelligence, police conducted a tactical operation on Friday morning, 5 June 2026, and stopped the vehicle with three occupants inside.

During the search, officers recovered 41kg of copper cable valued at about R7 800.

The suspects now face charges related to damaging essential infrastructure and possession of suspected stolen property, and are expected to appear in the Kroonstad Magistrate’s Court soon.

[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

DPCI SEIZES COCAINE WORTH APPROXIMATELY R36 MILLION AT DURBAN HARBOUR

The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), through the Serious Organised Crime Investigation’s (SOCI) South African Narcotics Enforcement Bureau (SANEB), together with officials from Customs, the Durban Vehicle Processing Organisation (VPO), and the Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC), seized approximately 90 kilograms of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of R36 million at the Durban Harbour on 6 June 2026.

Members of the SANEB Section attached to Durban SOCI were alerted by a Customs official, to suspected cocaine concealed within an excavator that had arrived at the Q and R Car Terminal aboard the vessel Neptune Ace Tokyo from Santos, Brazil.

Upon arrival, the scene was handed over to DPCI members by Customs officials.

A thorough inspection of the excavator revealed suspicious packages concealed within a panel leading to the engine compartment. Further examination resulted in the seizure of 47 blocks containing a powdered substance suspected to be cocaine.

While the first scene was being processed, Customs officials reported the discovery of a second concealment on another excavator that had already been offloaded from the vessel.

A subsequent inspection led to the seizure of an additional 43 blocks of suspected cocaine.

In total, approximately 90 kilograms of suspected cocaine were seized. Based on an estimated value of R400 000 per kilogram, the drugs have an approximate street value of R36 million.

No arrests have been made at this stage, and the matter remains under investigation. The seized exhibits will be transported to the Forensic Science Laboratory for chemical analysis.

The acting Provincial Head, Brigadier Zenobia Mulligan, applauded the multi disciplinary team for their alertness and dedication.

The acting Provincial Head dither stated you did that “The DPCI remains committed to disrupting transnational drug trafficking networks and safeguarding South Africa’s ports of entry from organised criminal activities even when their integrity is under scrutiny”.

“The DPCI will continue executing their mandate with fear or favour”, she concluded.

[Yusuf Abramjee @Abramjee]

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