Spiking on R80 despite recent successes
Another spiking incident has been reported on the R80 in Pretoria despite recent successes by various stakeholders.
A Pretoria motorist recently escaped unharmed after being the latest victim of a spiking incident on the R80 in Pretoria.
According to the information received, the incident happened on the R80 near the Theo Martins Poort at 20:40 on Sunday evening.
This comes after a joint operation was conducted last week.
ALSO READ: R80 highway a hotspot for robbery and violent crime
The Boschkop SAPS, Tshwane District SAPS, Echo 1 Security, Lakes Security Forum and Boschkop CPF were part of the joint operation.
A total of eight people were arrested for serious crimes, while three illegal firearms were recovered. Stolen goods were recovered as well as illegal ammunition.
Where are the current hotspots in and around Pretoria?
- N4 West in Akasia to Brits
- N4 East to Bronkhorspruit
- N1 from Midrand to Carousel Plaza
- Ben Schoeman Road from Midrand to Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre
- N1 “South” from Naturena to Vaal River.
- R80 Mabopane Freeway from Eskia Mphahlele Road to Soshanguve
ALSO READ: Warning: Spiking hotspots now on main routes
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