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The Citizen
2 days ago
- The Citizen
Police warn hiring of undocumented workers may contribute to human trafficking
Pretoria Central police are warning residents they could face arrest if found employing undocumented immigrants. This comes after the station spoke at a recent Women's Day event hosted by the ladies of the African Evangelical Church (AEC) at the Manhattan Hotel, on August 9. Members from around the province gathered at the hotel for the AEC's Gauteng Regional Women's Convention. Station spokesperson, Constable Thabang Nkhumise, spoke on the realities of kidnapping and human trafficking, as it is an ongoing issue affecting the metro and the country at large. Nkhumise gave the ladies a clear picture of what human trafficking and kidnapping is, and further demonstrated the types of trafficking ranging from forced labour, sexual exploitation, debt bondage, domestic servitude, forced marriage, child soldiers, and organ removal. The attendees were also enlightened on forms of kidnapping such as human smuggling and abduction. 'We want to urge you, ladies, to be cautious and not employ foreign nationals who are not documented for cheap labour, as that is considered part of human trafficking,' Nkhumise said. Member of the AEC's Women's Chapter, Babalwa Mabitsela, said that they invited the police because, as women, they needed to be made aware of the happenings regarding their surroundings. 'We know that human trafficking and kidnapping are not confined to the borders of South Africa; it is global, and we need to know what's happening within and even beyond. 'There may be some of us who are involved in it and not even aware that we are. Some of us may be employing domestic workers from neighbouring countries, and those people are undocumented. 'The fact that they are here in the country illegally means that we are also contributing to human trafficking,' Mabitsela said. Mabitsela said the engagement was an eye-opener for her and fellow members, especially when police went over the most recent crime statistics. The women were urged to report any criminal conduct and assured that they can do it anonymously, so as to help the SAPS and protect the most vulnerable groups of people. Contacts for help were handed out for whistle-blowing, such as the Crime Stop line, 08600 10111, or 112 for all cellphone providers, or alternatively, they were urged to use the MySAPS mobile app. ALSO READ: CBD couple arrested with drugs and stolen property Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to [email protected] 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.
The Citizen
17-06-2025
- The Citizen
Suspects due in court over gun possession charges
Two male suspects are expected to appear before the Pretoria Magistrate's Court this week after being apprehended with two illegal firearms last week in the CBD. The arrest came in on June 10 around 13:00, when the two suspects (aged 41 and 45) were stopped on the corner of Struben and Andries streets during patrols. Pretoria Central SAPS spokesperson Constable Thabang Nkhumise said the pair were taken into custody after officers searched their belongings. 'What seemed to be a daily routine in stop-and-search led to the discovery of the two firearms hidden in a backpack that the two suspects were carrying. As a result, two male suspects are behind bars after being found in possession of two firearms, namely a Model PMK-380 calibre with a magazine loaded with two live rounds,' Nkhumise said. Another successful arrest comes after one male suspect aged 38 was spotted and stopped at the corner of Struben Street and Eskia Mphahlele Drive on June 11 at around 11:15. A body search was conducted, and a 9mm firearm with a magazine loaded with 12 live rounds was found hidden around his waist. Vispol Head Colonel Maboea congratulated the team led by Captain Nthuteng Mogotsi, consisting of Sergeant Matlakala, Reservist Khumalo Lebelo, and two patrollers, Fannie Raseroka and Richard Masala, on the successful arrests. He thanked the Gauteng traffic and crime prevention wardens for their unwavering support and efforts in combatting crime in the inner city. The recovered firearms will be sent to ballistics for further analysis to check if they were used in the commission of other crimes. All suspects were charged with possession of unlicensed firearms with live ammunition and are expected to appear at the Pretoria Magistrate's Court. ALSO READ: Metro mum on removal of illegal structures after illegal immigrant arrests 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! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
The Citizen
09-06-2025
- The Citizen
Community helps to apprehend a store robber
A 40-year-old male suspect is expected to appear before the Pretoria Magistrate's Court this week for robbing a store this past weekend. The arrest came on June 7 at around 15:00 when the suspect was held by community members near the store at the corner of Bloed and Lillian Ngoyi streets. According to Pretoria Central police spokesperson Constable Thabang Nkhumise, the suspect had stormed into one of the stores, instructed the owner to close the door and demanded cash. The assailant also struck the owner on the forehead with a firearm he was brandishing, and after collecting the money, fled the scene. 'As he intended to flee the scene, he fired one shot. Community management cornered the suspect and apprehended him with the firearm. The police were called to the scene, and the suspect was handed over to the police,' Nkhumise said. Police recovered the handgun, a Taurus 9mm magazine loaded with 16 rounds, cash amounting to R3 000 and three cellphones. The suspect was later taken to the Pretoria Central Station for dentition and charged. Station commander Brigadier Hlengani Gibin Mashaba welcomed the arrest and thanked the community for their bravery in cornering the suspect as he intended to flee the crime scene. 'We understand the danger the community was faced with but I'm happy that no one was harmed in the process. This shows that policing is a joint effort, and the police are still dependent on the community to come forward and report any criminal activities. Whistleblowing plays a crucial role in curbing the surge of crime, and the masses can report crime anonymously,' Mashaba said. The suspect will also face charges of pointing, assaulting, and discharging a firearm in a public space. The following contact numbers can be used for emergencies, to report a crime or to register a complaint: – For emergencies or to report a crime, call 10111 or contact your nearest police station. – If you know of any criminal activities or want to report a crime anonymously, contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111. – Contact the SAPS Service Complaints Centre to register a complaint on SAPS service delivery at 0800 333 177 or email service complaints. – Use the MySAPS app or email nodalcomplaints@ 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! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
The Citizen
06-06-2025
- The Citizen
Suspect carjacker denied bail
A 25-year-old suspect was denied bail by the Pretoria Magistrate's Court for a case of possession of a stolen vehicle. The arrest took place on May 30, around 18:00, by the Pretoria Central SAPS's Crime Prevention Team in partnership with Tracker. Spokesperson Constable Thabang Nkhumise said the team received a lookout call via radio control. They followed the lead and shortly afterwards, and managed to corner the stolen vehicle on Eeufees Street, near the N14. 'All the relevant stakeholders were called to the scene. The suspect was later taken in for detention and charged with possession of a stolen vehicle while the vehicle was booked in at the exhibit store VIS unit. Upon profiling, it was discovered that the suspect has a pending case related to car stealing and possession of dagga with cases at other police stations within the province,' Nkhumise said. The team, consisting of three constables, namely Freedom Sambo, Nyiko Olifants, and Nhlayiso Zitha, and the tracker team, managed to corner the vehicle at the above-mentioned address. The vehicle, a white Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD6 bakkie, had an estimated worth of R200 000. The station commander Brigadier Gibin Hlengani Mashaba welcomed the arrest and applauded all the role players for their efforts to put the suspect behind bars. He stated that the case has been allocated to the branch detectives, and they will ensure that the case receives a good conviction. Motorists are urged to be vigilant and very cautious of their surroundings, and also to take safety precautions while travelling at any time of the day. Police advised residents to avoid offering lifts, as this is also one of the leading factors causing hijackings. The suspect was remanded into custody and will reappear at the Pretoria Magistrate's Court at a later date, pending further investigation. ALSO READ: East residents warned of theft out motor vehicles 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! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
