South Africa murder rate falls 9.5% in Q4 crime statistics
South Africa's Q4 crime statistics show murders fell 9.5% to 5,181 cases between January and March 2026, with 546 fewer lives lost year-on-year.
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Julius Mkhwanazi: EMPD chief takes special leave as walls close in on blue lights scandal
Acting Ekurhuleni police chief Julius Mkhwanazi has gone on special leave after being implicated in the “blue lights” scandal involving businessman Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala.
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Madlanga Commission live: Fannie Masemola resumes testimony on Day 5 [video]
Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola resumes his testimony on Day 5 of the Madlanga Commission, after a grilling about why he obeyed an “unlawful” order to disband the Political Killings Task Team.
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Mandlanga Commission: Mkhwanazi to be the first to appear at inquiry amid heightened security concerns
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will be the first witness at the Mandlanga Commission of Inquiry, which begins public hearings in Pretoria this week amid tight security.
Crime
Mamelodi SAPS hostage standoff with constable ends in murder-suicide
A 16-hour Mamelodi hostage standoff ended in tragedy when Constable Thapelo Mashego killed his nephew before taking his own life.
Crime
Mamelodi SAPS in tense hostage standoff with one of their own
A police constable has allegedly taken his family hostage in Mamelodi East, firing shots before officers arrived, sparking a tense Mamelodi hostage standoff.
Crime
Five suspects killed in shootout with police in Inanda
Five suspects were killed in two separate shootouts with police in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, as authorities responded to multiple criminal investigations.
Crime
KZN police clash with cash-in-transit suspects in Maphumulo
Police shot dead a suspect in a shootout in Maphumulo, KZN, while two officers were wounded and explosives were recovered.
Crime
Hennops River officers funeral details confirmed
The official funerals will take place on separate dates between 8 and 10 May 2025.
Crime
Hennops River horror: Police recover missing VW Polo
Rescue divers recovered a VW Polo from the Hennops River, believed to be connected to the tragic deaths of three missing Free State police officers.
Crime
Police discover two bodies linked to disappearance of three Gauteng SAPS constables
Two bodies believed to be among the three missing Gauteng constables have been discovered at Hennops River in Centurion.
Crime
Case against rogue Ekurhuleni cops in G4S attempted robbery postponed
Six suspects, including two police officers, appeared in court for their alleged role in a G4S truck robbery. The case has been postponed for a bail hearing.
Crime
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.
Crime
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.
Crime
Gauteng SAPS flying squad caught on camera accepting bribe
Gauteng SAPS has launched an internal investigation after a viral video allegedly showed Soweto Flying Squad officers accepting a bribe. Authorities are urging the victim to come forward.
Crime
KZN police kill most-feared Inanda gang leader in shootout
The suspect, wanted for multiple murders and violent crimes, opened fire on officers before being gunned down.
Crime
Empangeni shootout ends in instant karma for robbery suspects
Two robbery suspects were killed in a shootout with Empangeni police, while four others were arrested in a separate house robbery sting.
Crime
Alexandra police station shooting – Here’s what happened
A man launched a sudden attack at the Alexandra police station, injuring two officers before being fatally wounded. Here’s what we know so far.
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State of police college shocks Parliamentary committee
Allegations of corruption, criminality, and dilapidated facilities greet the Portfolio Committee on Police
Crime
Seven KZN officers charged with extortion unmasked in court
Eight suspects, seven of whom are SAPS officers, appeared in a Durban court on extortion charges after allegedly demanding R100,000 from a Phoenix shop owner.
Crime
2024 crime statistics: SAPS reports 0.5% drop in murders
SAPS reported a 0.5% decrease in murders from April to June 2024, with KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, and Western Cape recording the highest rates.
Crime
Four alleged extortionists killed in shootout with Cape Town police
Four suspects linked to extortion in Cape Town were killed in a Milnerton shootout as SAPS intercepted them en route to commit a mass shooting.
Crime
SAPS beefs up resources to tackle extortion in Mthatha
In response to the escalating incidents of extortion, SAPS has deployed multidisciplinary teams to Mthatha and other parts of the Eastern Cape.
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Watch: Laudium police caught on camera belittling plaintiff [video]
A man captured footage of Laudium police laughing at him for filing a criminal complaint.
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Crime
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.
Crime
Nine suspects killed in shootout with Mariannhill police
Nine suspects were fatally shot during a confrontation with the police in Mariannhill, as officers acted on intelligence linking them to a horror gang rape.
Crime
Hammarsdale SAPS sergeant arrested for allegedly beating girlfriend to a pulp
A Hammersdale police sergeant was arrested Tuesday morning for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, Thandkeka Ngcongo.
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Midrand 10111 centre offline on Friday, 15 March 2024: Here are the latest updates
The Midrand 10111 emergency line went offline due to a potential fire hazard, on Friday. Here's everything we know.