Gauteng
Toddler shot and killed in brazen Soshanguve hijacking
In Soshanguve, a young child was tragically killed during a vehicle hijacking, prompting a massive search for the perpetrators.
Durban
KZN police neutralise most-wanted bank robbery suspects
Two of KZN's most-wanted bank robbery suspects were killed in a police shootout after crashing a stolen vehicle.
Adventures & Cruises
Who is Ntando Sogoni? – SA cruise ship employee arrested for mass stabbing
Ntando Sogoni faces serious charges after allegedly stabbing multiple people aboard a cruise ship.
Explosions & Bombings
Soshanguve Sasol targeted in brazen ATM bombing
A Sasol station in Soshanguve becomes the latest site of an ATM bombing, with the suspects still at large and the cash recovery uncertain.
Court
Who is Chong Cheng? Accused in Adelaide mass shooting due in court
Chong Cheng, the man accused of the Adelaide mass shooting, is set to appear in court following his arrest while attempting to flee the country.
Cape Town
Tafelsig Primary School shooting rocks community: Here’s what we know
Shooting near Tafelsig Primary School in Cape Town prompts police investigation.
Cape Town
Nyanga mass shooting leaves three dead, several injured: Here’s what we know
A mass shooting in Nyanga, Cape Town, has left three people dead and several others injured.
Caught on Camera
Watch: Tshwane traffic officer accused of aiding in brazen truck hijacking [video]
A Tshwane traffic officer was caught on camera possibly aiding in a brazen truck hijacking. Here's what we know.
![Watch: Tshwane traffic officer accused of aiding in brazen truck hijacking [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/swisherpost-tshwane-truck-hijacking-768x512.jpg)
Gang violence
Suspects linked to notorious ‘blue light gang’ killed in police shootout
Three suspects were fatally shot, while one gang member managed to flee the scene on foot.
Abduction
Mopani police escalate search for suspects linked to rape of 15-year-old girl
Mopani police have intensified their manhunt for four suspects involved in the abduction and rape of a teenage girl in Tzaneen.
Durban
Durban police launch manhunt for Asian man involved in mass shooting
Durban police are actively searching for a man involved in a shooting that resulted in one death and three critically injured on Adelaide Tambo Road.
Cape Town
Four killed in brutal Nyanga mass shooting: Here’s what we know
A tragic mass shooting in Nyanga resulted in four deaths and another individual wounded.
Adult
Two KZN men linked to child pornography syndicate arrested
Two KZN men tied to a notorious child pornography syndicate in South Africa were arrested earlier this week.
Caught on Camera
The Glen mall robbery: Suspects make off with Kay Jewelers haul [video]
A popular jewellery store was targeted in a robbery at The Glen mall, and the entire ordeal was caught on camera.
![The Glen mall robbery: Suspects make off with Kay Jewelers haul [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/swisherpost-the-glen-mall-robbery-kay-jewelers-768x512.jpg)
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Judge orders police protection for lawyer Thulani Mngomezulu
The judge in Senzo Meyiwa's murder trial ordered police protection for Advocate Thulani Mngomezulu after threats to his safety.
Fraud
Krugersdorp police seize R250k worth of counterfeit goods from fake jeweller
In Krugersdorp, police have confiscated counterfeit branded watches valued at R250,000 and arrested a suspect for violating the Counterfeit Goods Act.
Children's rights
Lihle Zenzile murder: Suspect deemed fit to stand trial
The suspect in the murder of 10-year-old Lihle Zenzile has been declared fit to stand trial after a year's delay.
Drugs
Dealbreaker or decoy? – Tipoff leads KZN authorities to R15 million cocaine haul
Authorities in KwaZulu-Natal seized cocaine worth R15 million from a ship arriving from Columbia. Here's everything we know.
Cape Town
Watch: Kenilworth Centre robbery caught on camera [video]
A brazen daytime robbery that occurred at Kenilworth Centre in Claremont, on Monday, was captured on camera.
![Watch: Kenilworth Centre robbery caught on camera [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/swisherpost-kenilworth-centre-robbery-768x512.jpg)
Caught on Camera
Watch: DJ Mashata caught on camera moments before murder [video]
DJ Mashata, a beloved figure in Pretoria's entertainment scene, was caught on camera moments before he was assassinated.
![Watch: DJ Mashata caught on camera moments before murder [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/swisherpost-dj-mashata-murder-caught-on-camera-768x512.jpg)
Court
Teboho Joala murder suspects unmasked in court
The suspects involved in the murder of Rand Water executive Teboho Joala appeared in court, on Monday. Here's the latest on the case.
Cape Town
Gupta gang extortionists handed seven life terms for 2020 Khayelitsha mass shooting
Two members of the Gupta gang were recently sentenced to seven life terms each for their roles in a mass shooting in Khayelitsha in 2020.
Foreign nationals
Kimberley police attacked by Nigerian mob during drug operation
In Kimberley, a police operation to arrest a Nigerian national suspected of drug possession escalated when a mob attacked the officers.
Court
Fidelis Moema hard luck worsens after exes agree to turn state
Fidelis Moema faces increased legal troubles as ex-girlfriends agree to testify against him in the KPMG R16.5 million fraud case.
Cape Town
Ralph Stanfield: Alleged 28s boss granted bail but remains locked up – Here’s why
Ralph Stanfield, alleged boss of the 28s gang, was granted bail by the Wynberg Magistrate's Court but remains in custody.
Cape Town
Khayelitsha mass shootings: Manhunt launched for suspects in Harare murders
Police in Khayelitsha have initiated a search for the suspects involved in the Harare murders that left eight people dead, on Wednesday.
Cape Town
Jamiel ‘Charra’ Jacobs: Notorious Cape serial killer handed 120-year sentence
The Western Cape High Court has sentenced notorious gang leader Jamiel ‘Charra’ Jacobs to 120 years imprisonment for his involvement in a series of violent crimes in the Muizenberg area.
Gang violence
Johannesburg syndicate linked to over 30 murders killed in shootout
A notorious Johannesburg criminal syndicate linked to over 30 murders was neutralised in a police shootout, on Tuesday.
Ace Magashule
Who is Moroadi Cholota? – Arrest of Magashule’s assistant in US delays asbestos trial
The arrest of Moroadi Cholota in the US has postponed the start of Ace Magashule's asbestos trial.
Court
Six suspects accused of Luke Fleurs murder unmasked in court
Six suspects were unveiled in court, on Friday, where they face charges related to the murder of football player Luke Fleurs.
