The SAPS will not allow acts of violence to endanger the lives of innocent parties as well as the Sheriff of the Court and his staff and police members performing their duties. During the execution of the evictions at Wells Estate today, the Sheriff and the police members were attacked by large groups of about 200 residents by throwing stones and incendiary devices (petrol bombs) at them. Police were forced to shoot rubber shotgun rounds at the attackers to protect themselves and the Sheriff … [Read more...] about Public violence at Wells Estate, Motherwell – Arrests
Crime
Tavern owner arrested for Korsten murder and attempted murder
Port Elizabeth: Gelvandale Detectives arrested a 61-year-old tavern owner on charges of murder and attempted murder after a shooting at a tavern in Korsten on Fathers Day 18 June. According to police information, at 00:35 the deceased 28 year old - Vuyolwetu Mahili, and his friends were drinking at a tavern in Korsten, Port Elizabeth when he got into an argument with the owner of the tavern. The owner requested the deceased to leave the tavern when an altercation ensued and shots were fired. … [Read more...] about Tavern owner arrested for Korsten murder and attempted murder
Suspect arrested for house and business robbery in Walmer
Port Elizabeth: In addressing trio crimes as outlined by the National Trio Crime Action Plan, Walmer police arrested a 30-year-old suspect on 15/06 for a business robbery which allegedly took place on 2/06 where a spaza shop was robbed in Walmer. During the robbery, the complainant grappled with one of the suspects. In his haste to get away, the suspect dropped his firearm. During the investigation, it was established that the firearm was stolen in another house robbery in Walmer. Suspect … [Read more...] about Suspect arrested for house and business robbery in Walmer
Elderly women assaulted during house robbery
Port Elizabeth: Kabega Park Detectives are investigating a case of house robbery after an elderly woman aged 70 was attacked in her house at Brakkefontein, a small holding. The victim stayed alone and during the night she woke up when her bedroom window was broken and three suspects entered the room. They threatened her and demanded money and firearms. The victim can’t walk without the assistance of a walker but the suspects insisted she crawl through the house with them while they ransacked … [Read more...] about Elderly women assaulted during house robbery
Illegal Shotgun Suspect Arrested in Uitenhage
Operations have been intensified to combat crime in the Uitenhage Cluster in line with the Back to Basics approach to Policing in the Eastern Cape. This included increased police visibility and actions in crime hotspots. These actions led to the arrest of a 27-year-old male suspect who was found in possession of an illegal shotgun. Members from the Uitenhage Operational Command Centre acted swiftly on Tuesday, 6 June 2017 at about 21:45, after receiving information about an illegal firearm. … [Read more...] about Illegal Shotgun Suspect Arrested in Uitenhage
Kwanobuhle house robbery suspect arrested
On Saturday night 27 May 2017 at about 20:20, four armed males allegedly kicked the front door open of a home in Rarabe Avenue, Kwanobuhle. The suspects demanded the keys of a VW Polo and also took cellphones and laptops and fled from the scene in the vehicle. The homeowner alerted the police and the details of the vehicle were circulated to neighbouring stations. Later the same evening, 27 May 2017, a 33-year-old male was arrested by police members in Kwadwesi, Port Elizabeth, and the vehicle … [Read more...] about Kwanobuhle house robbery suspect arrested
The Return of the Night Relay
The unique and exciting Town Lodge Business Night Relay returns to the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium at the end of the month for a Series of 4 race nights held on the last Tuesday May, June, July and August. This fun corporate team building event is unique in South Africa in that it comprises of a running and walking relay race through one of the iconic 2010 Football World Cup legacy multi-purpose stadiums. Sponsored by the City Lodge Hotels Group, Town Lodge, the event is open to teams … [Read more...] about The Return of the Night Relay
Police nab four men and seize two unlicensed firearms in KwaNobuhle
Swift Police action led to the apprehension of four men for possession of two unlicensed firearms on Monday, 15 May 2017 around 22:40. Police on patrol acted swiftly after receiving information of a blue VW Polo with four occupants allegedly in possession of firearms that was parked at one of the fuel stations in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage. The police followed up on the information, searched the vehicle and nabbed four men in possession of two illegal firearms and 3 empty cartridges. The … [Read more...] about Police nab four men and seize two unlicensed firearms in KwaNobuhle
Police seek community’s assistance in separate Booysen Park and Walmer murders
Port Elizabeth: Detectives in Bethelsdorp and Walmer are urgently seeking the community’s assistance in the investigation of two separate murder cases allegedly committed last night, 15 May 2017. In the first case, on 15 May 2017 at about 21:00, the body of Thembinkosi Mahlati (29) was found lying in the street in Booysens Park. Mahlati sustained several gunshot wounds to his body. At this stage motive and circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting is unknown. The incident is not gang … [Read more...] about Police seek community’s assistance in separate Booysen Park and Walmer murders
Life Sentences for Gang Affiliates
Two gang affiliates were sentenced in separate cases today, 09 May 2017, in the Port Elizabeth High Court. Pieter Petersen (36) was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder, 15 years for illegal possession of a firearm and 18 months for illegal possession of ammunition. The sentences are to run concurrently. The offence was committed on 18 March 2016 where Randall Mabie (34 years) was fatally wounded. Police officers heard gunshots in the area and after responding saw people running however … [Read more...] about Life Sentences for Gang Affiliates
Help us find Luthando Mtati (LIBO)
SAPS Walmer detectives are urgently seeking the community’s assistance in tracing a suspect who is wanted in a robbery case. It is alleged that on 21 December 2016 at about 14:00, the complainant was at Arlington tip in Victoria Drive in Walmer. As he exited the gate, he was approached by three men armed with knives and firearms. He was robbed of his gold chains and rings. The suspect (in the photo), Luthando Mtati (25) also known as LIBO was arrested on the 29 December 2016 and on 10 … [Read more...] about Help us find Luthando Mtati (LIBO)
Unlicensed firearm and ammunition seized in Humansdorp
Police acted swiftly and apprehended a man on receiving positive information. A 34-year-old man was nabbed for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition on Tuesday, 2 May 2017 around 21:00. Police on patrol acted on information of a man carrying a bag with a firearm entering a certain house in Nomzamo area, Humansdorp. The police followed up the information and arrested a 34-year-old man for possession of an illegal firearm and 13 rounds of ammunition. Police with the assistance of a … [Read more...] about Unlicensed firearm and ammunition seized in Humansdorp
Port Alfred Security Guard Arrested
A 30-year-old security guard was arrested whilst on duty at a local mall. The suspect faces a charge of business break in. It is alleged that between Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 April, the suspect allegedly broke a window and entered a shop at the Mall to steal 5 blankets and 2 bags to the value of R9000. During the investigation, both bags and 4 blankets were recovered. The suspect will appear in the Port Alfred Magistrates’ Court on Thursday. A 31-year-old male was arrested this morning … [Read more...] about Port Alfred Security Guard Arrested
Northern Areas Criminals Focus of Special Operation
Port Elizabeth: For the period 30 April until 1 May 2017 police in Port Elizabeth held a special operation clamping down on criminals in the northern areas. The Station Commander of SAPS Bethelsdorp, Brig Zolani Xawuka headed the operation and units included the Visible Gang Intervention Team, Cluster Crime Combating Unit, Tactical Response Team, Public Order Policing, Air Wing and members from SAPS Bethelsdorp. The five hour operation yielded positive results and the following successes were … [Read more...] about Northern Areas Criminals Focus of Special Operation
Alleged Rhino Poachers Arrested
One of the operational strategies of the SAPS in the Province is to protect our marine and wild life resources. In line with the execution of this mandate, five men believed to be involved in rhino horn poaching were arrested near East London yesterday afternoon whilst on their way to a nearby private game reserve. Police officers pounced on the men after valuable information on their intentions and whereabouts were obtained by SAPS Crime Intelligence officers. The vehicle they were … [Read more...] about Alleged Rhino Poachers Arrested
