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The Star
15-05-2025
- The Star
Tshwane police foil attempted hijacking, arrest three suspects with unlicensed firearm
Tshwane police prevented an attempted hijacking. Tshwane police thwarted an attempted hijacking and arrested three suspects found in possession of an unlicensed firearm. Captain Johan Van Dyk, spokesperson for the Tshwane District Police, reported a dramatic turn of events on May 12, when a motorist narrowly escaped an attempted hijacking on the M10 road in the Cullinan policing area. At approximately 3 pm, armed suspects emerged and confronted the unsuspecting driver, sparking a swift police response that led to multiple arrests. Van Dyk explained that the motorist had pulled over on the M10 road in the Cullinan policing area when a white VW Jetta suddenly stopped in front of him, blocking his path. Moments later, armed suspects jumped out of the vehicle and advanced towards him, threatening him at gunpoint in an apparent hijacking attempt. ' According to the victim, he had pulled over to the side of the road when a white VW Jetta stopped in front of him. Three men exited the vehicle — one armed with a firearm — and instructed him to get out of his car. ' He added that just as the suspects were about to carry out the hijacking, they spotted a police vehicle approaching the scene. Startled by the sudden presence of law enforcement, the suspects hastily abandoned their plan, ordered the victim to leave the area, and scrambled back into their getaway vehicle before speeding off in an attempt to evade arrest. ' The nearby police officers were immediately alerted and responded swiftly. They managed to intercept the suspects and successfully apprehended all three. ''Upon searching the individuals, officers recovered a firearm with eight rounds of ammunition. The suspects were unable to provide a valid explanation for being in possession of the weapon, ' He said. Tshwane police recovered a firearm with eight rounds of ammunition. The suspects were unable to provide a valid explanation for being in possession of the weapon.
The Star
15-05-2025
- The Star
Officials dismantle illegal electricity operations in Soshanguve to enhance safety
Officials in Soshanguve are intensifying efforts to combat illegal electricity theft, ensuring safety and reliability in power supply. In a decisive move to combat rampant electricity theft and restore safety, officials launched a major operation in Soshanguve that resulted in the dismantling and disconnection of numerous illegal transformers and cables. Captain Johan Van Dyk, spokesperson for the Tshwane District Police, confirmed that on May 12, a targeted operation was carried out in the Marry Me informal settlement in Soshanguve in collaboration with the Tshwane Metro Electricity Department and Tshwane Metropolitan Police. The operation led to the successful confiscation of several transformers valued at approximately R800 000. Van Dyk warned, Illegal electricity connections are not just against the law, they are a serious safety hazard. 'These unauthorised setups often lead to electrical fires, put people at risk of electrocution, and overload the power grid, causing outages that disrupt essential services such as clinics, schools, and businesses. We urge the community to report any illegal connections to protect lives and support proper service delivery.' Officials in Soshanguve are intensifying efforts to combat illegal electricity theft, ensuring safety and reliability in power supply.
IOL News
15-05-2025
- IOL News
Officials dismantle illegal electricity operations in Soshanguve to enhance safety
Officials in Soshanguve are intensifying efforts to combat illegal electricity theft, ensuring safety and reliability in power supply. Officials in Soshanguve are intensifying efforts to combat illegal electricity theft, ensuring safety and reliability in power supply. In a decisive move to combat rampant electricity theft and restore safety, officials launched a major operation in Soshanguve that resulted in the dismantling and disconnection of numerous illegal transformers and cables. Captain Johan Van Dyk, spokesperson for the Tshwane District Police, confirmed that on May 12, a targeted operation was carried out in the Marry Me informal settlement in Soshanguve in collaboration with the Tshwane Metro Electricity Department and Tshwane Metropolitan Police. The operation led to the successful confiscation of several transformers valued at approximately R800 000. Van Dyk warned, Illegal electricity connections are not just against the law, they are a serious safety hazard. 'These unauthorised setups often lead to electrical fires, put people at risk of electrocution, and overload the power grid, causing outages that disrupt essential services such as clinics, schools, and businesses. We urge the community to report any illegal connections to protect lives and support proper service delivery.'
IOL News
15-05-2025
- IOL News
Tshwane police foil attempted hijacking, arrest three suspects with unlicensed firearm
Tshwane police thwarted an attempted hijacking and arrested three suspects found in possession of an unlicensed firearm. Captain Johan Van Dyk, spokesperson for the Tshwane District Police, reported a dramatic turn of events on May 12, when a motorist narrowly escaped an attempted hijacking on the M10 road in the Cullinan policing area. At approximately 3 pm, armed suspects emerged and confronted the unsuspecting driver, sparking a swift police response that led to multiple arrests. Van Dyk explained that the motorist had pulled over on the M10 road in the Cullinan policing area when a white VW Jetta suddenly stopped in front of him, blocking his path. Moments later, armed suspects jumped out of the vehicle and advanced towards him, threatening him at gunpoint in an apparent hijacking attempt. 'According to the victim, he had pulled over to the side of the road when a white VW Jetta stopped in front of him. Three men exited the vehicle — one armed with a firearm — and instructed him to get out of his car.' He added that just as the suspects were about to carry out the hijacking, they spotted a police vehicle approaching the scene. Startled by the sudden presence of law enforcement, the suspects hastily abandoned their plan, ordered the victim to leave the area, and scrambled back into their getaway vehicle before speeding off in an attempt to evade arrest. 'The nearby police officers were immediately alerted and responded swiftly. They managed to intercept the suspects and successfully apprehended all three. ''Upon searching the individuals, officers recovered a firearm with eight rounds of ammunition. The suspects were unable to provide a valid explanation for being in possession of the weapon,' He said.
The Citizen
12-05-2025
- The Citizen
Over 300 arrested in west of Pretoria this weekend
Over 300 arrested in west of Pretoria this weekend Police arrested 325 suspects for various crimes during an Operation Shanela this past weekend in Hercules and Pretoria West. Tshwane District detectives effected 243 arrests for various crimes, including 76 for gender-based violence-related (GBV) offences, 14 for assault in domestic violence cases, 2 for murder, 2 for attempted murder, 14 for armed robbery and 2 for rape. A roadblock in Hercules, supported by mobile operations teams, resulted in the detention of 41 illegal immigrants who are now undergoing immigration processing. Two suspects were also arrested for employing illegal immigrants. A total of 428 people and 247 vehicles were searched. This led to 27 arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol. Traffic law enforcement activities resulted in the issuing of 50 AARTO infringement notices, totalling R28 500 in fines for violations under the Road Traffic Act. Liquor inspections were conducted at 12 establishments, resulting in 3 premises being closed and the confiscation of 53 690 ml of alcohol. Spokesperson, Captain Johan Van Dyk, said these results were achieved through strategic planning, targeted deployment, and enhanced law enforcement visibility across key areas, particularly focusing on compliance with liquor regulations and apprehending wanted suspects. 'Law enforcement teams searched 21 identified hotspots and premises, which led to 1 arrest for possession and dealing in drugs, with several sachets containing various substances being confiscated, with 6 individuals being arrested and fined for public drinking and 1 suspect being arrested for possession of suspected stolen property when multiple hand radios were found in his possession without a reasonable explanation,' Van Dyk said. The effort was led by the District Commissioner of Tshwane, Major-General Samuel Thine, who expressed his appreciation to all SAPS members and law enforcement partners for their dedication and extended his heartfelt wishes to all the mothers across Tshwane and beyond. 'We salute the mothers of our communities for their unconditional love, strength and guidance. Your contributions to building safe, nurturing homes and shaping future generations are deeply valued. May this day be a reminder of how truly appreciated and cherished you are. Happy Mother's Day,' Thine said. Ward 1 councillor, Leon Kruyshaar, who was at the roadblock scene on the R80, said the operation was successful. 'We were dealing with a lot of people that night, and it's my job to do the oversight on behalf of the government, and I must honestly tell you, it's a very professional output what they're doing, all the departments, law-enforcement agencies and so-forth, I'm very proud of them. The highway is very busy, we have a lot of people passing through,' Kruyshaar said. The multi-disciplinary operation was carried out by an integrated law enforcement team. This included the Department of Home Affairs, Tshwane Metro Police Department, Gauteng Traffic Police, Gauteng Traffic Wardens, and Community Policing Forums from the respective stations. Watch here: 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!
