The Springs police with their reservist members, the Springs CPF and AfriForum Springs conducted an illegal-mining operation on Tuesday morning from 6am until midday in Daggafontein.
Illegal mining remains a problem in Springs with illegal miners using explosives at all hours of the day.
Springs police spokesperson Capt Johannes Ramphora said the operation was a success and six illegal miners were arrested.
In addition to the arrest, police also confiscated five picks, 13 spades, one water pump and six buckets.
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