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The Citizen
13 hours ago
- Politics
- The Citizen
Metro police praised for restoring order in by-law raids
Tshwane police have received praise from the multiparty coalition government for carrying out by-law operations throughout the city. On behalf of the government, MMC for Community Safety Hannes Coetzee, commended the Tshwane Metro Police Department for executing decisive, lawful action across the city as part of a targeted by-law enforcement campaign. The operations took place on June 24 in different parts of Tshwane, including regions 1, 4 and 6. Coetzee said the executed operations are not isolated, as they form part of the metro's strategy to restore order in the city. 'They form part of a broader strategy to restore order, enforce accountability and reclaim public spaces for the people of Tshwane.' He said in Region 4, multiple businesses received fines for failing to adhere to the by-laws. 'In Centurion, the TMPD issued 14 Section 56 notices to businesses found violating municipal by-laws. 'Lawlessness under the guise of commerce will not be tolerated,' he said. Illegal structures and traders removed across the City. — City of Tshwane (@CityTshwane) June 25, 2025 He said in Region 4, Mamelodi, two illegal street traders operating in prohibited zones were removed, with confiscations made and notices served. 'This administration is drawing a clear line that our streets will not be surrendered to disorder.' He further said a crackdown was comprehensive in Region 1, as by-laws were enforced in the region. 'In Mabopane, 11 illegal structures were demolished. In Winternest, 79 unlawful structures were dismantled in a co-ordinated effort involving the crime prevention and land invasion units.' He said illegal advertisements were removed, goods were seized, and offenders were served with enforcement notices. Coetzee said the operations were not just enforcement, but a reaffirmation of the rule of law in Tshwane. 'We are rebuilding a city founded on respect, order and justice. The days of impunity are over. 'Let this stand as a warning to those who defy the law and a promise to residents who demand a city that works. We are taking action, and we will not yield to injustice,' he said Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
21-04-2025
- IOL News
Johannesburg metro police arrest suspect in community patroller murder case
A 32-year-old man was arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department's (JMPD) Tactical Response Unit on Saturday in connection with the murder of a community patroller who was killed in Soshanguve last week. JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla said officers received information about a suspect wanted for murder in connection with a Soshanguve SAPS case on April 19, 2025. He said the suspect was arrested in Soshanguve, but he could not confirm if the suspect was linked to the mass shooting at Marry Me informal settlement last month, where multiple patrollers were killed. He said the JMPD operation in Tshwane was backed by a recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) between law enforcement agencies, enabling joint planning, intelligence sharing, and tactical deployments. Hannes Coetzee, City of Tshwane MMC for Community Safety, recently said: 'The City of Tshwane stands ready to implement the Provincial Safety Strategy in full alignment with this MoU. We are committed to collaboration and look forward to contributing to a safer Gauteng, together with our counterparts in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg and other municipalities in the province.' Regarding the arrest, Fihla said the team followed protocols, obtained necessary authorisation, and coordinated with Soshanguve SAPS, informing them of their operation in the area. 'Acting on the information, the officers located the suspect, who matched the provided description at a specific residence,' he said. The officers entered the property, searched the premises, and apprehended the suspect, who was hiding behind a refrigerator in the kitchen. During the arrest, police found an unlicensed firearm and a live round of ammunition on the suspect. The firearm was seized and sent for ballistic testing. The suspect is being detained at Soshanguve SAPS and is scheduled to appear in court soon. The JMPD Chief of Police Commissioner Patrick Jaca said: "This swift and decisive action by our Tactical Response Unit demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the JMPD to combat serious crime and support our colleagues in law enforcement. "We will continue to work tirelessly with the SAPS to ensure that those who perpetrate such heinous acts are brought to justice. This arrest sends a clear message that we will not rest until our communities are safe and those who are responsible for such crimes are held accountable." [email protected]
