Port Alfred Cluster Commander Brigadier Morgan Govender welcomed the April sentences of two accused. "Well done investigators! Your detailed and thorough investigation has certainly ensured in securing these sentences. Your dedication has also assisted in restoring community confidence." Damabe Gcobisa(32) was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment in the Grahamstown Regional Court. On the 26 February 2016, the accused broke into a home where the victim was and took her at knife point to his home … [Read more...] about Sentences for two rapists welcomed
Crime
Missing Police Official – Michael van der Watt
Police members in Kabega Park are investigating the mysterious disappearance of a police Sergeant after his wife reported that she had not heard from her husband since the night of 30 April 2017. At this stage information is unclear and all available information is currently been followed up. According to information on hand, Sgt Michael Van der Watt (35), a policeman at the Motherwell Cluster Tactical Response Team and a cyclist was last seen by a colleague who dropped him off at home on … [Read more...] about Missing Police Official – Michael van der Watt
5 Killed Gangland style in Bethelsdorp
The Provincial Gang Investigation Unit is investigating a case of murder after five people were shot and killed in a shack in Mistletoe Road In Ext 33 in Bethelsdorp last night, 29 April 2017. According to police information, it is alleged that five friends were at the back of the main house in a shack smoking when a group of armed men kicked down the door and entered. The victims were each asked their names before been shot in the head. The fifth victim was in an adjacent shack where he was … [Read more...] about 5 Killed Gangland style in Bethelsdorp
Just 25 Minutes to Arrest Robbery Suspects
Three robbery suspects were arrested within 25 minutes after allegedly robbing a shop in North End, Port Elizabeth yesterday. It is alleged that on Sunday, 23 April 2017 at about 17:00, the shop employee was alone in the shop in North End, when three men entered. One of the suspects pointed the employee with a firearm and robbed the shop of an undisclosed amount of cash and two cellphones. Members of the Crime Combating Unit, attached to the Operational Command Centre at Mount Road, … [Read more...] about Just 25 Minutes to Arrest Robbery Suspects
Durban-based pastor arrested in PE on charge of human trafficking
The Hawks’ Human Trafficking Unit in Port Elizabeth has on Thursday, 20 April 2017 arrested a Durban-based pastor on a charge of human trafficking in Port Elizabeth. The 58-year-old pastor allegedly trafficked young women and girls from various branches of his church to a house in, uMhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal where he allegedly exploited them sexually. The pastor was arrested shortly after landing at the Port Elizabeth International Airport by the Hawks and the South African Police Service’s … [Read more...] about Durban-based pastor arrested in PE on charge of human trafficking
‘Victim’ of house robbery arrested on perjury charge
Port Elizabeth – As a result of sterling investigation skills by a Humewood detective, a 55 year old suspect was arrested on charges of perjury. It was alleged that the 55 year old man had a gun pointed at him in his residence in the Summerstrand area where he was locked up in his home. He further alleged that his house and car keys were missing and that his vehicle, a white Mercedes Benz were also stolen during the robbery. The detective assigned to the investigation was informed that the … [Read more...] about ‘Victim’ of house robbery arrested on perjury charge
SAPS warn of spike in motor vehicle theft
The South African Police Service appeal to the community to take the necessary precautions in safeguarding their property. The Government’s emphasis on community policing places obligations on the South African Police Service to focus on crime prevention, detection and working with the community in partnership. The SAPS is committed in ensuring that all people within the Uitenhage area are and feel safe. However, this can only be achieved if individuals and communities cooperate with the … [Read more...] about SAPS warn of spike in motor vehicle theft
Instead of going to Church these two broke into our Newton Park offices
On Sunday 16 April these two miscreants decided to break into these offices in Mangold Street. Watch these criminals sneak along the sides of the building peering in at every window totally oblivious to the fact that they are being recorded in glorious HD Technicolour. When their attempts at forcing a window come to naught watch how the smaller of the two squeezes in through the men's toilet window and stays low hugging the floor and perimeter to let his larger companion in. See the … [Read more...] about Instead of going to Church these two broke into our Newton Park offices
Murdered Man found in Fanayo Street, Kwanobuhle
Police are investigating a case of murder, after a body of a man was found lying in a street in KwaNobuhle early on Saturday morning. At around 02:00, the body of Bongani Mahlahla (26), was found in Fanayo Street, KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage, with two stab wounds in his upper body. Circumstances around his death are unknown at this stage. Anyone with information that could assist with the arrest of the suspect (s) is urged to contact the detectives office, KwaNobuhle SAPS at 041 978 8800 or … [Read more...] about Murdered Man found in Fanayo Street, Kwanobuhle
Swift Work by SAPS to Recover Stolen Vehicle
Port Elizabeth: Today the Port Elizabeth SAPS recovered a Chevrolet LDV within hours after it was stolen during a business robbery at a filling station in Struandale, Port Elizabeth. At approximately 07:00 this morning five suspects were involved in a business robbery. The suspects fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and the vehicle of the complainant a white Chevrolet LDV. At approximately 14:00 today members that were performing crime prevention duties in Kwazakele recovered the … [Read more...] about Swift Work by SAPS to Recover Stolen Vehicle
Walmer ATM Scammers Arrested
The Port Elizabeth Flying Squad arrested three suspects aged between 20 and 30 years on charges of fraud allegedly committed in Walmer. It is alleged that on 2017-04-05 at approximately 14:15 the complainant a 39-year-old woman was at an ATM in Main Road, Walmer to withdraw money when she was distracted by three unknown suspects. In this time, the scammers managed to steal her card and money was withdrawn from her account at three different ATM’s in the Walmer area. Members of the Flying … [Read more...] about Walmer ATM Scammers Arrested
1032 Mandrax tablets seized
Police seized 1032 mandrax tablets with a street value of R61 920 from an overturned vehicle and arrested three men near Gamtoos Bridge on N2 today. At around 07:45, K9 members that were patrolling the N2 route, attended an accident scene near Gamtoos Bridge, about 20km from Jeffrey’s Bay, where a white Honda ballade veered off the road and overturned. The alert police members noticed a driver of a second vehicle, a white Opel Corsa, who initially seemed to be giving assistance to the … [Read more...] about 1032 Mandrax tablets seized
SAPS Arrest 171 Suspects
The South African Police Service aims to create a safe and secure environment for all the people in South Africa. Several successful operations were conducted over the past weekend and it resulted in the arrest of a total of 171 suspects for various crimes in the Uitenhage Cluster. These arrests included rape, assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm, theft out of motor vehicle, housebreaking and theft, theft and the possession of suspected stolen goods. Fifteen (15) persons were … [Read more...] about SAPS Arrest 171 Suspects
Kwanobuhle Robbers Arrested
Police nabbed three men shortly after a house robbery incident in KwaNobuhle on 23 March. At around 20:15, three men armed with knives entered a house in First Avenue, KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage. The suspects threatened to stab the homeowner while they ransacked the house. The Suspects stole an amplifier before fleeing on foot. The homeowner, who knew the suspects, immediately reported the incident to the police. On Friday in the early hours of the morning, police summoned a group of detectives … [Read more...] about Kwanobuhle Robbers Arrested
Port Elizabeth border police confiscate R1 Million in undeclared liquor
The Port Elizabeth Border Police and the Customs Control officials at the Port Elizabeth Harbour intercepted three containers from Nigeria at the harbour. The containers were taken to a depot in Port Elizabeth in January 2017.The containers were opened and the contents examined. Custom officials noted irregularities on many items that was in the containers. Liquor, food products, cosmetics and maize were among other things in the containers however according to the cargo manifesto the three … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth border police confiscate R1 Million in undeclared liquor
