Crime
KwaMashu thugs from viral shooting video arrested, KZN police confirm
The footage showed the men brazenly discharging firearms at the KwaMashu hostel, an act that sparked fears of escalating gang violence in the region.
Crime
Verulam man killed in his home in suspected assassination
On Tuesday morning, a 42-year-old man was found dead in his room in an outbuilding in Trenance Park, Verulam.
Crime
Presidential protection unit officer takes his own life after hit-and-run
Following the accident, the sergeant attempted to cover up the crime by reporting the state vehicle as stolen. The vehicle was later found abandoned in a sugarcane field.
Crime
Taxi war looms in Durban after driver is gunned down in alleged hit
The fatal shooting occurred around 08:46, on Monday, 19 August 2024, when the driver was approached by three armed men as he stood outside his home.
News
Shelly Beach traffic chaos ends with several injured in two crashe
Shelly Beach experienced significant traffic chaos on Monday due to two separate crashes that left several people injured.
News
Truck crash causes significant delays in Hammarsdale
The incident, which happened earlier today, has led to significant delays, with only the left lane currently open to traffic.
News
These Durban roads will be closed from Thursday, 15 August 2024
To ensure safety during the blasting operations, the following Durban roads will be temporarily closed from Thursday.
Crime
KZN police neutralise three hijacking suspects in epic Umlazi shootout
KZN police neutralised three hijacking suspects in a dramatic shootout in Umlazi, resulting in the safe recovery of a hijacked woman.
Crime
Remember him? – Durban court hands Brighton Beach thief double karma
Sicelo Mpanza was granted leniency by the court and received an eight-year prison term, a deviation from the 15-year minimum for robbery.
News
Durban schoolchildren survive horror crash: Here are the latest updates
Multiple children, aged between seven and 12, sustained various injuries.
Crime
KZN gangland rattled by latest deadly shooting incident in Cato Crest
The suspects, who were wanted for multiple murder and business robbery cases, were cornered by police who had gathered intelligence on their whereabouts.
Crime
KZN primary school teacher killed in suspected hit
The suspects involved in the shooting are still at large and are considered highly dangerous.
News
Speed racing probed as likely cause of deadly M19 crash
Speculation about the cause of the crash points towards speed racing, based on eyewitness accounts and information provided by medics at the scene.
Crime
Phoenix couple viciously gunned down in suspected hit
A couple was brutally gunned down in the parking lot of a housing complex on Clayfield Drive in Phoenix, KZN, during the early hours of Friday morning. Phoenix couple suspected hit: Here’s what we know According to a statement issued by private security firm Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), residents contacted the RUSA Phoenix Operations […]
Crime
More details emerge about suspects killed in KwaDlangezwa
According to authorities, the three suspects killed in the shootout were linked to a string of at least 10 murders.
Crime
Inanda shooting: KZN police lauded for neutralising wanted suspects
The incident occurred in the Congo area of Inanda, where a multidisciplinary team acted on intelligence regarding the suspects' location.
Crime
Body recovered in Canelands farm linked to missing trainee pilot
The family confirmed that the body was indeed that of Inam Tshakeni, a 20-year-old resident of the Eastern Cape.
News
Several injured in Cornubia Mall taxi crash: Here’s the latest
Paramedics were met with a chaotic scene as the taxi had lost control after the collision and overturned, scattering passengers across the road.
News
KZN N3 South road closure on Tuesday, 16 July 2024: Here are the latest updates
The operation commenced at 09:00, necessitating a temporary road closure to ensure the safety and efficiency of the recovery efforts.
News
Isithembe school transport accident leaves 15 children injured
The children, who were on their way to school, suffered various injuries.
Crime
Suspicion mounts on boyfriend over the death of Nonkanyiso Mgwaba
The family last saw Nonka on Friday, 28 June 2024, when her 33-year-old boyfriend picked her up from her home in KwaMashu to take her to his home in Chesterville.
Crime
Durban mosque heightens security after bomb scare
The SAPS confirmed that the homemade explosive devices found at the Durban North Mosque were not set up to explode.
Crime
Ogopoleng Modise: Comrades runner’s routine jog ends in horror
Ogopoleng Modise went for a jog on Saturday morning but did not return home.
Lifestyle
2024 Durban July: SA celebs with the best looks
The 2024 Durban July at Greyville was a dazzling showcase of fashion and style, with South African celebrities bringing their A-game to the annual horse-racing event.
Crime
Routine stop-and-search ends in humiliation for Umbumbulu police
Although shots were fired during the altercation, the officers escaped unharmed.
News
Durban traffic: N3 toll route to be closed on Wednesday, 26 June 2024
The N3 toll route near Indezi River Bridge will be closed for maintenance on Wednesday, 26 June 2024, causing delays.
News
Three rescued, one missing after fishing boat capsizes near Umgababa
A comprehensive search continues for the remaining missing man.
Crime
Durban police neutralise alleged bank robbery suspects
Four alleged bank robbery suspects were shot dead by Durban police in Harding during a shootout following a robbery.
News
Three killed in horror M25 truck crash
Three people were killed and multiple others injured in a tragic truck crash involving three cars on the M25 near Phoenix.
Viral News
Explosion rocks Essenwood Road: Here’s what we know [video]
Motorists are particularly affected by the incident, as Essenwood Road is a major thoroughfare in Durban.
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