Musa Khawula appears in court for 2021 attempted murder
In addition to his attempted murder case, Khawula faces charges of crimen injuria, violating the Cyber Crimes Act, and hate speech.
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JJ Peters handed life in prison for killing ‘God-fearing’ grandmother
JJ Peters has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the 2022 murder of his grandmother, Sannie Strydom Kilmister.
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Darren Wilken’s girlfriend arrested in connection with child porn ring
The woman, a web designer, was detained on Thursday after police reportedly found 10 million images of child pornography in her possession.
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Llandudno jewellery heist bail hearing: Defence pokes serious holes in the State’s case
Four SAPS officers accused of stealing R20 million in jewellery from a Llandudno home face a critical bail hearing as the defence questions the complainant’s identity and the State’s evidence.
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More details surface as investigations into Motherwell mass shooting continue
While police have not confirmed a motive, sources close to the family have hinted at possible underlying tensions that may have led to the deadly attack.
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Kraaifontein primary school principal gunned down in suspected hit
A Kraaifontein primary school principal was fatally shot, and a female passenger injured, in a suspected hit outside a Wallacedene school.
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Brutal shooting of man outside Hillbrow tavern caught on CCTV [video]
The CCTV footage, circulating on social media, shows the brutal shooting of two individuals in an incident that has left the Hillbrow community shaken.
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Witness due to testify shot and killed outside Lenasia magistrate’s court
The victim was reportedly shot four times by an unidentified suspect.
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Donell Mbele: Son of Sonia Mbele appears in court for rape
Donell Mbele, son of actress Sonia Mbele, appeared in court for two rape charges.
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James ‘Tiger’ Tshoaeli: Manhunt launched for alleged zama zama kingpin
Despite being apprehended, police allege that community members and possibly law enforcement officials facilitated his escape before he could be processed.
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Musgrave Centre targeted in jewellery heist
The incident occurred around 11:40, with the suspects allegedly armed and leaving one store employee injured during the ordeal.
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Ga-Chuene clinic attack: Suspect expected in court after epic arrest
The charges against the suspect include robbery, kidnapping, and two counts of rape.
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Lentegeur shooting: Two children struck by stray bullet in critical condition
The motive for the shooting appears to be linked to gang retaliation following the burial of a gang leader earlier in the day.
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Luigi Mangione preliminary hearing looms as donor support wains
The controversy surrounding Luigi Mangione has extended beyond the courtroom.
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Accused Mark Lifman killers bail denied: Here’s what happens next
Mark Lifman’s accused killers denied bail. The case is postponed to February for further investigation, with key evidence still pending.
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Inanda mass murder: Five hacked bodies found near Newtown Comprehensive High School
Police have launched a manhunt after five men were hacked to death in Inanda. Here’s what we know so far about this horrific crime.
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East London police make breakthrough in R1.3 million heist
Eastern Cape police arrest a suspect linked to the audacious R1.3 million heist at a secured Crime Intelligence office in East London. Here’s what we know so far.
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Suspect arrested in connection with the murder of prominent Ermelo detective
A suspect has been arrested for the murder of Lieutenant Colonel Piet Pretorius, a senior Mpumalanga detective, as police intensify their investigation into the shocking crime.
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Mastermind behind Edumarks matric results hack is 21 years old, Hawks confirm
A 21-year-old has been arrested for masterminding the Edumarks.co.za hack that leaked matric results. Here’s what we know about the investigation so far.
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Mark Lifman bail hearing: Murder weapon is still missing, court hears
The murder weapon used in the killing of Mark Lifman remains missing, as chilling testimony and surveillance footage dominate the suspects’ bail hearing.
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Suspects in Nyanga taxi rank shooting linked to KZN criminal ring
Eighteen suspects in the Nyanga taxi rank shooting, linked to a KZN criminal ring, appeared in court.
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Two more suspects in Mpumalanga tavern shooting due in court
Two suspects in the Pienaar tavern shooting are due in court today. Here are the latest updates on the case that claimed eight lives in Mpumalanga.
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Man executed at Delft taxi rank in suspected hit
A man was fatally shot in a suspected hit at Delft’s Palm Taxi Rank on Thursday morning. Here’s what we know.
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Mark Lifman bail hearing: What to expect, how to watch live in South Africa
Catch the latest updates from Mark Lifman’s bail hearing, including today’s court developments, the suspects’ arguments, and how to watch the live stream.
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Plettenberg Bay elderly couple ‘panga’ attack caught on CCTV [video]
A Plettenberg Bay couple survived a panga attack caught on CCTV while walking along Challenge Drive.
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AKA murder suspects denied bail: Here’s what happens next
AKA murder suspects denied bail as the court cites safety risks to witnesses and insufficient new facts.
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Caught on camera: Dead body from shooting near Dura Flats sparks fear of gang retaliation
The footage shows a body covered in a white bag, surrounded by evidence cones as investigators comb the scene for clues.
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Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today: Here’s what you must know
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes as Accused Number One, Muzi Sibiya, seeks new legal representation. Here’s what to expect today.
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Manenberg shooting: Five-year-old in critical condition after gang crossfire
The young boy remains in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the head, while two other women sustained injuries to the thigh and lower back.
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One-year-old tragically killed in mysterious Umlazi shooting
The incident has left police with more questions than answers as they work to unravel the details surrounding the shooting.