Hillbrow shooting sees three arrested for attempted murder
Three arrested after the Hillbrow shooting that wounded two during the 30 June anti-immigration marches, with attempted murder charges to follow.
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Nokuzola Kolwapi defends ‘taking back power’ gun stunt as critics demand action
Nokuzola Kolwapi says firing a gun at her son’s ritual was symbolic “power” for women, as gun groups and police probe the KwaNokuthula incident.
Crime
KwaNoxolo tavern owner faces arrest as Bekkersdal mass shooting leaves 9 dead, 10 wounded
Police say the KwaNoxolo tavern mass shooting killed nine and hurt 10 as the owner now faces arrest over a fake liquor licence.
Crime
‘Overwhelmed’ Cape Town SAPS probes Philippi East triple murder
Three men were shot and killed in Philippi East on Tuesday night in what police believe was a targeted attack, almost a month after seven people were gunned down in a similar shooting in the same township.
Crime
Gauteng SAPS deploys specialised unit to probe Reiger Park mass shooting
Calm has been restored after the Reiger Park shooting that claimed six lives, as police launch a province-wide manhunt and deploy a specialised investigative unit to track down those responsible.
Crime
Mamelodi cousins murder suspect in custody, police confirm
Police have arrested a 38-year-old man in connection with the murder of the Mamelodi cousins, whose bodies were discovered with gunshot wounds in Mamelodi East, Pretoria.
Local
Monique Muller arrest linked to gang activity: Here’s what we know
Monique Muller, former girlfriend of TV presenter Katlego Maboe, has been arrested in Cape Town for the illegal possession of a firearm allegedly tied to gang activity.
Crime
Parktown on tenterhooks after shootout leaves three dead
Three suspects were killed in a Parktown shooting after an exchange of gunfire with police and private security officers during an attempted interception.
Crime
Several victims killed in Westbury mass shooting: Here’s what we know
A Westbury mass shooting has left two people dead and six others wounded in Johannesburg.
Crime
Hout Bay community in fear after brutal triple murder rocks Imizamo Yethu
Three men were found shot dead inside a vehicle in Imizamo Yethu, Hout Bay, on Tuesday night, in what police believe may be linked to ongoing turf wars in the area.
Crime
Phoenix man killed in suspected targeted hit
A man was shot and killed in what appears to be a targeted Phoenix shooting in Westham, KwaZulu-Natal, on Sunday evening.
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Suspect in custody after wounding 20 victims in Sydney mass shooting
A 60-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly firing up to 100 bullets into a busy Sydney street, leaving 20 people injured.
Crime
Under-pressure Anti-Gang Unit makes breakthrough in Athlone Magistrate’s Court shooting
The Western Cape’s Anti-Gang Unit has arrested a 24-year-old suspect in connection with the Athlone Magistrate’s Court shooting, as police struggle with rising gang-related killings.
Crime
Three double murders in one day grip Kraaifontein in fear
Police are investigating three double murders in the latest Kraaifontein shooting incidents, as gang violence continues to terrorise the community.
Crime
Cape Town police scramble to contain gang violence amid latest Athlone magistrate’s court shooting
Police are investigating after a man was killed in an Athlone magistrate’s court shooting, as Cape Town faces a surge in deadly gang violence.
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Man arrested after shooting outside Western Cape High Court [video]
Police took a man into custody after an armed standoff and gunfire incident in the Western Cape High Court shooting today.
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Crime
Macassar taxi rank shooting kills two, bystanders injured
Two taxi drivers were killed and two bystanders wounded when gunmen opened fire at the Macassar taxi rank on Tuesday morning.
Crime
Man linked to Baby Moegsien Isaacs murder has a history of gun violence, authorities confirm
A suspect wanted in connection with the killing of two-month-old Moegsien Isaacs was twice arrested for illegal firearm possession, but both cases were withdrawn, according to City official JP Smith.
Crime
Western Cape SAPS under scrutiny as gang-related murders surge
A rise in gang violence in Cape Town, including the shooting of a four-month-old baby and multiple mass shootings, has raised questions about SAPS’ ability to control crime.
Crime
Cape Town investigators baffled as more bodies pile up in Muizenberg
Cape Town police were called to a harrowing crime scene in Xakabantu, Muizenberg, where three victims were targeted in a well-orchestrated shooting.
Crime
Gang-related mass shooting kills five in Lotus River
Five people were killed in a Lotus River mass shooting this morning, as Cape Town police investigate a wave of suspected gang-related attacks.
Crime
Times Square shooting sparks fear amid rising violent incidents
A teenager has been arrested after three people were injured in a shooting at New York’s Times Square, with police linking the violence to a dispute outside a fast-food restaurant.
Crime
Police investigate Philippi triple murder and attempted murder after early morning shooting
Police have launched a murder investigation after three people were shot dead and one injured in a Philippi East home during an early morning attack.
Crime
Cape Town police arrest suspect in Kanana mass shooting
A suspect in the Kanana mass shooting that left seven dead has been arrested, while Cape Town police continue to search for another man linked to the case.
Crime
Cape Town police release images of ‘persons of interest’ in Kanana mass shooting
Police have asked for help finding two men who may have information about the Kanana mass shooting that left seven people dead.
Crime
Kanana mass shooting: Seven men killed in targeted ambush
Seven men were killed in a mass shooting in Kanana, Cape Town, in what police believe may have been a targeted attack.
Crime
Barbs Industrial Cafe deadly shooting linked to rivalry over illegal gold mining – source
Two men were killed and a third wounded in a targeted shooting at Barbs Industrial Cafe in Barberton, Mpumalanga, allegedly linked to ongoing rivalries over illegal gold mining.
Crime
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.
