In an effort to curb crime in Katlehong and increase police visibility, the Katlehong SAPS conducted a stop-and-search operation last Thursday.
During the operation, carried out by members of the Katlehong Police Crime Prevention Unit and detectives from the Katlehong Police Station, eight suspects were nabbed.
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The suspects were arrested for various offences.
Charges included pointing of a firearm, possession of a suspected stolen motor vehicle, shoplifting and common assault.
All of the arrested suspects appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s court where their cases were postponed for various reasons.
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