The suspects were arrested during a stop and search operation under the theme ‘Festive Season’.
Communication official at Katlehong Police Station Capt Mega Ndobe said the suspects were arrested for the following crimes:
*Malicious damage to property 1
*Warrant issued 1
*Serious assault 4
*Possession of drugs 4
Ndobe said this is a sign of police visibility during festive season.
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“Katlehong station commander Col Doctor Sibuyi is happy with the arrests. He also emphasised that during 16 Days of Activism of No Violence Against Women and Children, perpetrators of domestic violence must be arrested as soon as they commit the crime. And that known suspects must be arrested immediately after registration of dockets,” said Ndobe.
Ndobe also said Katlehong SAPS will make sure communities are safe during the festive season and they must expect more visibility of police on the streets.
All suspects arrested are expected to appear in Palm Ridge Magistrate Court on November 29 according to their charges.
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