Crime
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Gunmen open fire on fleeing couple during suspected hijacking attempt
CrimePolice are investigating after a woman was shot during an attempted hijacking near the Mgongo informal settlement.
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Armed robbers hold Leachville family at gunpoint
CrimeThe family was forced into a room and tied up while robbers transferred funds and ransacked the house.
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Brakpan weekend crime round-up: Hijackers use fake vehicle fault to lure truck driver into trap
CrimeAn overview of crimes reported to local SAPS from May 29 to 31.
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Underreporting crime hampers policing efforts in Brakpan
CrimePolice warned that residents who fail to open cases are creating gaps in crime intelligence, making it harder to combat…
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House robbers hit three Brakpan properties
CrimeA woman was dragged into her home in Dalpark Ext 6, while families in Leachville and Sherwood Gardens were threatened…
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Woman’s death under investigation as police make arrest
CrimePolice are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman whose body was found in a shack.
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Gun-wielding men terrorise Leachville family during house robbery
CrimeTwo gunmen tied up a homeowner and ransacked a Leachville house before fleeing with electronics, clothing and bank cards.
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Brakpan hit by double hijacking in single evening
CrimeOne victim was targeted while opening his gate at home, while another was ambushed after stopping for a road obstruction.
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Brakpan police appeal for help identifying two deceased men
CrimeTwo unidentified deceased men were discovered in separate incidents in the Brakpan area.
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New charges delay bail ruling for accused in ‘Witness D’ killing
CrimeProsecutors allege cellphone and vehicle tracker evidence ties Matiphandile Sotheni to the killing of Marius van der Merwe.
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Brakpan North meeting highlights power of community policing
CrimeBrakpan police joined concerned residents at a community meeting in Brakpan North to address rising incidents of house break-ins, theft,…
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Traffic authorities have increased operations targeting non-compliant taxis in Gauteng
CrimeOfficials say the crackdown aims to improve road safety and protect commuters.
