Mitchells Plain gang war rages after death of alleged Hard Livings leader
Gang violence in Mitchells Plain has escalated following the murder of an alleged Hard Livings leader, leaving residents in fear as fresh shootings claim more lives.
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Anelle de Bruin: Farmer’s wife in court for plotting his murder
Anelle de Bruin, the wife of an Eastern Cape farmer, appeared in court for allegedly plotting his murder in a staged farm attack.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 3
Here’s a summary of Day 3 in the trial of three suspects accused in the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith.
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Watch: Umhlanga suspects caught on camera stealing copper water pipe [video]
Eyewitnesses in Umhlanga captured video footage of two men stealing a copper water pipe in broad daylight before fleeing the scene.
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Hillbrow sweep turns up hundreds of illegals and hijacked buildings
A massive law enforcement operation in Hillbrow led to the arrest of over 200 undocumented foreign nationals, a drug dealer, and the discovery of hijacked buildings with illegal electricity connections.
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Watch: Video shows moment six EMPD officers arrested for R120,000 extortion
Six EMPD officers have been arrested for allegedly extorting R120,000 from a Congolese businessman in Ekurhuleni, with IPID leading the investigation.
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Joshlin Smith trial news: Steveno makes wild claim about Laurentia, the State’s key witness
The trial of Joshlin Smith’s accused traffickers took a shocking turn as Steveno van Rhyn claimed that State witness Laurentia Lombaard was the last person seen with the missing six-year-old.
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Drug mule arrested at OR Tambo with cocaine bullets in stomach
A 55-year-old Nigerian drug mule was arrested at OR Tambo Airport after swallowing cocaine bullets. Authorities say Brazil remains a key trafficking hub.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 3, how to watch live
On Day 3 of the Joshlin Smith trial, police officer Yanga Gongotha faces cross-examination after detailing Kelly Smith’s alleged deception. Watch live updates here.
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Howard Galvin: Feared Randburg ‘enforcer’ due in court
Howard Galvin, known as “The Fixer,” is set to appear in the Randburg Magistrates Court on charges linked to intimidation, extortion, and illegal evictions.
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KZN involved in yet another fatal shootout with an alleged suspect
A murder suspect was shot and killed by police in Umlazi after allegedly opening fire during an attempted arrest.
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Peter Beale trial: Paediatric surgeon found not guilty of murder
Paediatric surgeon Peter Beale has been found not guilty of murder and fraud after standing trial for the deaths of three children.
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St John’s school teacher linked to Julio Mordoh suicide released on bail
A former St John’s teacher accused of sexual grooming has been granted bail while facing allegations linked to the suicide of Julio Mordoh.
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Joshlin Smith trial: Officer shares what he saw the day Kelly reported her daughter missing
The Joshlin Smith trial enters its second day as Constable Yanga Gongotha testifies about Kelly Smith’s reaction to her daughter’s disappearance, while unverified footage of Joshlin surfaces online.
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Alleged Hard Livings gang leader executed outside Mitchells Plain police station
A suspected Hard Livings gang leader was shot and killed outside Mitchells Plain police station while waiting for a fellow gang member.
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Tsomo couple murdered execution-style in their homestead
Police are searching for three suspects after a couple was shot execution-style in their Tsomo homestead before the killers fled in a black VW Polo.
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KZN police neutralise three suspects in Msinga intelligence operation
Three armed suspects were shot and killed by KZN police in Msinga after allegedly opening fire during an intelligence-led operation.
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Man killed in brazen shooting near Gugulethu Mall
A man was shot and killed near Gugulethu Mall in a broad daylight attack as Cape Town reels from a series of deadly shootings.
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Bayswater woman arrested for trafficking ‘sex’ slaves
Four suspects, including a woman from Bayswater, have been arrested in Bloemfontein for allegedly trafficking a victim, drugging her, and forcing her into sexual exploitation.
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More than 25 shell casings recovered from scene of Inanda businessman assassination
A businessman was shot and killed outside his shop in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, with 25 shell casings recovered from the scene, as police investigate the brutal assassination.
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More details surface about man shot in targeted hit outside Today’s Destiny Logistics
New details have emerged about the man shot outside Today’s Destiny Logistics in Witbank, as conflicting reports on his condition fuel speculation.
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Chinese traffickers convicted of running JHB sweatshop
Seven Chinese nationals have been convicted in a Johannesburg High Court for running a forced labour ring that trafficked 91 Malawian nationals into South Africa.
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Man driving Ferrari F8 killed outside prominent Witbank trucking company
A businessman driving a Ferrari F8 was shot and killed outside Today’s Destiny Logistics in Witbank in what appears to be a targeted hit.
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Six suspected cash-in-transit heist suspects killed in shootout with Laudium police
Six suspected cash-in-transit robbers were killed in a shootout with police in Laudium, as authorities crack down on CIT heists.
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Investigation into Zanzou nightclub torture escalates with the arrest of a suspect
A 41-year-old Congolese national has been arrested in connection with the Zanzou nightclub torture case, with police confirming more arrests to follow.
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Joshlin Smith trial proceedings finalised: Here’s what we know
The Western Cape High Court has finalised pretrial proceedings in the Joshlin Smith case, with the trial set to begin in Saldanha Bay in March.
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Cape Town’s most-feared killer reportedly gunned down in police shootout
Six suspects were killed in a police shootout in the Eastern Cape, including Cape Town’s most-feared criminal, Yanga ‘Bara’ Nyalara—here’s what we know.
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Keneilwe Shalaba: Mom charged with selling her son gives birth in prison
Keneilwe Shalaba, accused of selling her two-year-old son, has given birth in prison—despite previously claiming she was pregnant with twins. Her bail judgment is expected soon.
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Juan Meyer: Person of interest in Priscilla du Toit murder at the centre of crypto scam
Juan Meyer, a controversial businessman linked to the unsolved murder of Priscilla du Toit, is now leading efforts to track down the founders of the Africrypt crypto scam.
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Joshlin Smith disappeared on this day: Here’s what’s happened in a year
The Diazville community held a prayer session for Joshlin Smith on the one-year anniversary of her disappearance, as the legal case against her mother and two others progresses.