Ermelo police arrest undocumented immigrants during operation
According to Captain Mpho Nonyane, the provincial police spokesperson, officers from the combat and proactive team stopped these individuals during the operation.
'They were arrested because they could not show valid documents allowing them to be in South Africa. They have been charged under the country's Immigration Act,' said Nonyane.
The 10 suspects appeared in the Ermelo Magistrate's Court on May 26.
Acting provincial commissioner, Major General Dr Zeph Mkhwanazi welcomed the arrests, saying that law enforcement will continue its efforts to stop illegal mining activities.
The general also assured the public that more successes are expected as this operation continues to grow in strength.
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