Police crime prevention operations continued over the past week and a total of 1 239 suspects were arrested for various crimes ranging from murder, robbery, possession of unlincensed firearms, assault and other serious crimes as well as crimes detected as a result of police action (266). Police also recovered 30 firearms and 146 rounds of ammunition. Dangerous (130) weapons including knives, pangas and other sharp objects. Close to 3000 searches were also conducted on vehicles for firearms, … [Read more...] about Not a good week for 1239 criminals
Crime
Four Arrested in Uitenhage for Possession of Illegal Firearms
Members from Uitenhage SAPS were busy patrolling the Kruisrivier business area on Sunday morning at 08:30, when they spotted four males driving suspiciously around in the area with a red Toyota Tazz. Members pulled the vehicle over in Schonland Street, Uitenhage and searched the vehicle. Members found two unlicensed 9mm firearms and a replica AK47 (plastic) in the vehicle. The four males (ages between 31 and 55) were arrested for the illegal possession of firearms. Police also confiscated the … [Read more...] about Four Arrested in Uitenhage for Possession of Illegal Firearms
Despatch SAPS Seek Assistance to Identify Victim hit by Train
SAPS Detectives in Despatch are investigating a case of culpable homicide after an unknown male was hit by a train at about 19:30 on 2 March. The accident occurred on the railway tracks, close to Holland Street, Heuwelkruin, Despatch. The victim was not identified and the male was wearing a pair of blue jeans, black-and-white top and black shoes. The victim had no identification in his possession. Anyone who might be missing a relative or might be able to assist with information are … [Read more...] about Despatch SAPS Seek Assistance to Identify Victim hit by Train
Rowallan Park Rape Suspect Sought
The Family Violence Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit in Port Elizabeth is seeking the community’s assistance in tracing an alleged rape suspect. It is alleged that on Saturday, 26 November 2016 at about 07:40, the complainant (24) was standing at the corners of Hanna Avenue and Van der Stel Streets in Rowallan Park, Algoa Park when an unknown man emerged from the bushes. The suspect walked up to the victim, threatened her and escorted her back into the bushes. He demanded money, her … [Read more...] about Rowallan Park Rape Suspect Sought
Back to Basics in Helenvale
The South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Eastern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General LE Ntshinga and her management will be hosting the Roll out Plan for the Back to Basics Approach to Policing in the Eastern Cape Province. The SAPS embarked on the implementation of Back to Basics approach to policing at the beginning of 2016. The key focus areas for the Back to Basics approach to policing are to enhance police visibility, ensure efficient utilisation of resources in support of … [Read more...] about Back to Basics in Helenvale
Bethelsdorp Murder Suspects Arrested Within Minutes
Once again teamwork and team spirit prevailed when two alleged murder suspects were arrested minutes after a fatal shooting took place in Bethelsdorp yesterday afternoon. At about 17:00, members of the Visible Gang Intervention Team were patrolling near Bantam Street in Bethelsdorp when they responded to a call of a shooting in Bantam Street. A white VW Golf was parked in front of a house and one person was fatally shot. The community pointed to an open field where a suspect was seen … [Read more...] about Bethelsdorp Murder Suspects Arrested Within Minutes
Bethelsdorp SAP Seek Assistance
Police in Bethelsdorp are seeking the assistance of the community in identifying the body of a man who was fatally shot in a footpath late on the night of 18 February 2017. It is alleged that at about 23:00, a member of the public was walking in a footpath between Jacksonville and Booysens Park when they stumbled upon the body of an unidentified male. A passing police vehicle was stopped and the matter reported to them. The deceased, approximately in his early 20’s sustained two gunshots to … [Read more...] about Bethelsdorp SAP Seek Assistance
Annerley Terrace Suspect Arrested – Cash and Dagga Confiscated
A 35 year old man is in police custody following his arrest by Port Elizabeth Flying Squad members on charges of possession of suspected stolen property, dealing in dagga as well as possession of dagga. On Wednesday evening 2017-02-15 at 21:45, members followed up on information received of a shipment of dagga that is being sold in Central Port Elizabeth. The suspect's residence in Annerley Terrace was searched and three laptops, four cellphones, a substantial amount of cash and 7 bales of … [Read more...] about Annerley Terrace Suspect Arrested – Cash and Dagga Confiscated
Three Firearms and Gang Members Seized
Three gang affiliates are in police custody following their arrests on charges of prohibited possession of firearms and illegal possession of ammunition. It is alleged that on Monday, 13 February 2017 at about 19:00, members of the Visible Gang Intervention Unit assisted by PE Flying Squad followed up on information received of possible firearms at a house in Bellflower Road Bethelsdorp. Response was immediate and as police approached the house, the group of males standing outside … [Read more...] about Three Firearms and Gang Members Seized
Gang Suspect Shot and Killed after Attack on Police
The Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Liziwe Ntshinga has strongly condemned the attack on two police officers on Sunday, 12 February 2017 while executing their duties. “The SAPS will not be deterred by this attack on its members and will remain resolute in ensuring peace and stability to the citizens of the Northern areas of Port Elizabeth,” said Lt Gen Ntshinga. On Sunday night at about 21:45, members from SAPS Bethelsdorp conducted observation duties behind a bus stop in Booysens Park Drive … [Read more...] about Gang Suspect Shot and Killed after Attack on Police
We are determined to make the Eastern Cape communities safer
Eastern Cape SAPS are committed to make communities safer through multidisciplinary operations, conducted by various state entities, to ensure strict compliance with the various laws and regulations governing our society. The operations are intelligence-driven to address crime and criminal activities in a structured and co-ordinated manner. These operations are aimed at making our province safer. The operations intensified in the past week and are expected to continue indefinitely. The … [Read more...] about We are determined to make the Eastern Cape communities safer
#FeesMustFall Graffiti and Arson Attack on NMMU Procurment Building Condemned
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) learnt with shock and outrage the news that the Procurement Building on South Campus was petrol bombed on Saturday night, and graffiti about 'free higher education' and 'fees must fall' painted on the walls of the building. The matter is under police investigation and follows two arson attacks on buildings on the South Campus last year. The University condemns in the strongest terms the latest arson attack on its property. The University … [Read more...] about #FeesMustFall Graffiti and Arson Attack on NMMU Procurment Building Condemned
Abalone Recovered From Hijacked Vehicle
Members of the Hawks’ Organised Crime Unit in Port Elizabeth, together with the Motherwell Crime Intelligence officers have arrested a 31-year-old for being possession of abalone at Kinkelbos on Wednesday. The Hawks had received a tip-off about a vehicle which was transporting abalone along the N2 route. The vehicle was spotted and pulled over. Upon searching the officers found 6013 units of abalone valued with an estimated amount of R500 000. Investigations further revealed that the same … [Read more...] about Abalone Recovered From Hijacked Vehicle
Cleaning up Communities
During the past week the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Province paid special attention to the combatting of alcohol and drug abuse, which saw 452 suspects arrested for drug related crimes. One thousand, two hundred and forty seven (1 247) mandrax tablets, 62.56 kg of dagga and 195 dagga plants were confiscated. This was also supported by the Community Outreach Project Against Substance Abuse held at Nangoza Jebe Community Hall in New Brighton, Port Elizabeth on Friday, 3 February … [Read more...] about Cleaning up Communities
Uitenhage Rapist Sentenced to 20-years Imprisonment
Members from the South African Police Service will remain committed and work tirelessly to ensure that perpetrators who commit crimes against women and children are brought to book. This was evident on Tuesday, 31 January 2017, when 28-year-old Clinton Killian was sentenced to 20-years imprisonment for rape by the Regional Court in Uitenhage. Killian was accused of the rape of a 10-year-old boy on 31 July 2015 in an open field in Middel Street, Uitenhage. He was arrested by the investigating … [Read more...] about Uitenhage Rapist Sentenced to 20-years Imprisonment
