Crime news from across South Africa: police investigations, court cases, gender-based violence, missing persons and the reporting behind the statistics, updated as cases develop.
Following his first appearance in the Hlanganani Magistrate’s Court last Friday, the suspect was remanded in custody until Monday, 12 May, when he was expected to make a formal bail application.
Cape Town police arrested a foreign national in Table View after discovering over R1 million in cash and several bank cards, prompting charges of theft and cybercrime.
Three more people have been arrested in the murders of Aserie Ndlovu and Zodwa Mdhluli, bringing the suspect list to eight as police uncover more about how the couple died.
The NPA has announced it will appeal Timothy Omotoso’s acquittal in a sex trafficking case, a move that could impact his pending deportation over immigration violations.
Neliswa Cele, a 34-year-old woman from Bizana, Eastern Cape, was found murdered with mutilated body parts — with allegations pointing to a local police officer as the prime suspect.
A man was arrested outside Moses Mabhida Stadium for selling tickets issued to sponsors ahead of the Soweto Derby in Durban.
Televangelist Timothy Omotoso has been arrested in East London for contravening South Africa’s Immigration Act, weeks after being acquitted of rape and trafficking charges.
CCTV footage shows the moment a Gqeberha businessman was abducted in a violent daylight kidnapping, raising fears of a growing syndicate in the Eastern Cape.
The court set a timeline for sentencing in the Joshlin Smith trial, with victim impact statements and expert evidence to be presented later this month.
The court will begin preparing for sentencing after convicting Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn of human trafficking and kidnapping.
Police have recovered two bodies believed to be missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and her partner Zodwa Mdhluli, following arrests in a cross-provincial investigation.
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of Grade 10 pupil Cebo Biyela following a violent altercation involving university students.
The murder case of rapper AKA and Tebello Motsoane has been postponed to June 2025 for pre-trial, with defence readiness still in question.
A fifth suspect has been arrested and is expected to appear in court for the April murder outside Wynberg Magistrate’s Court.
An inmate died after attacking a prison official at Goodwood Correctional Centre; the Department of Correctional Services has confirmed an investigation and suspensions.
One of the suspects arrested in the case of missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli is expected to appear in the Mamelodi Magistrate’s Court following a 77-day-long investigation.
The official funerals will take place on separate dates between 8 and 10 May 2025.
The Senzo Meyiwa trial session focused on logistical updates, outstanding cross-examinations, and defence requests for key vehicle tracking data.
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today with advocate Charles Mnisi expected to update the court on his readiness to proceed as legal counsel for accused number one.
All three accused in the Joshlin Smith case have been found guilty of kidnapping and trafficking the missing six-year-old by the Western Cape High Court.
Judge Erasmus is expected to deliver judgment today in the Joshlin Smith case, with the focus on whether the court finds the accused guilty of kidnapping and trafficking.
The body of three-year-old Mojalefa Savhuli, who went missing on Freedom Day, was found in a Roodepoort dam, prompting a police inquest.
Rescue divers recovered a VW Polo from the Hennops River, believed to be connected to the tragic deaths of three missing Free State police officers.
Day 35 of the Joshlin Smith trial concluded closing arguments from all defence lawyers and the State, with Judge Erasmus confirming judgment will be handed down on Friday.
The Joshlin Smith trial continues with closing arguments from the defence, as the court moves closer to delivering judgment on the fate of the accused.
Day 34 of the Joshlin Smith trial saw the State close its case with detailed arguments supporting convictions for human trafficking and kidnapping, while Jacquen Appollis’s lawyer launched a strained attack on the credibility of key witness Lourentia Lombaard.
Two bodies believed to be among the three missing Gauteng constables have been discovered at Hennops River in Centurion.
The Joshlin Smith trial enters its final stretch today as the court prepares to hear closing arguments from both the State and defence.
A 35-year-old school transport driver was arrested in Mafefe, Limpopo, for allegedly raping a five-year-old girl, with the case now before the courts.
The Free State High Court has ruled in favour of Moroadi Cholota’s plea for a trial-within-a-trial, raising legal questions about her extradition and liability in the R255 million asbestos case.
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