Ekurhuleni district commissioner Major General Anna Sithole, along with senior SAPS management, led a successful multi-disciplinary high-density operation along Paul Kruger Highway in Dersley yesterday.
The operation, which aimed to address a surge in house robberies, car hijackings, and vehicle thefts, saw a significant show of force to assert the authority of law enforcement in the area.
The integrated operation involved collaboration with Home Affairs, EMPD, Gauteng Traffic Police, and Springs CPF.
Sithole said since the initiation of these high-density operations in Springs, there has been a notable decrease in murder, attempted murder, assault (GBH), and both property and contact crimes.
“However, car hijacking, house robberies, and theft of and from motor vehicles remain persistent challenges.”
@springsadvertiser Ekurhuleni’s recent high-density operation in #Springs led by district commissioner Major General Anna Sithole, has made significant strides in curbing local crime. With 215 suspects arrested and a marked decrease in murder, attempted murder, assault (GBH), and both property and contact crimes, the operation showcases a robust response to rising criminal activities. #ekurhuleni #southafricanpolice #saps
During the operation, which began on the evening of July 24 and continued into the morning of July 25 across Ekurhuleni policing precincts, 215 individuals were arrested for various offences.
Among those arrested were four individuals linked to several house robbery cases in Springs.
On Thursday morning, the main operations continued under the district commissioner’s leadership in the Springs policing precinct. During this phase, 59 traffic fines of R18 199 were issued.
The police also arrested five individuals for drug-related offences, 24 for being undocumented, four for selling liquor without a licence, and five for violating the Psira Act.
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Additionally, five people were arrested for employing undocumented persons. Mandrax tablets, crystal meth, dagga, illicit cigarettes, alcohol, and three vehicles were confiscated.
In parallel with these operations, a school search was conducted at a secondary school in the Springs area, resulting in the seizure of 15 pairs of scissors, pepper spray, playing cards, and a box of matches. An Imbizo was held at Endicott, Senzele informal settlement to address community concerns about crime.
Sithole extended her gratitude to all participating law enforcement agencies for their contributions, noting that no crimes were reported in Springs during their presence, highlighting the significant impact of the operation.
Sithole praised SAPS members and other law enforcement agencies for their efforts in the ongoing battle against crime.
