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The Citizen
11 hours ago
- The Citizen
Wanted criminal shot dead near Nigel in Ekurhuleni
A notorious criminal wanted for numerous armed robberies was shot dead near Nigel in Ekurhuleni yesterday. Ridge Times reports that Presby Linda Nyamakazi (49), known to pose as a labour relations inspector, committed various armed robberies. Nyamakazi's death followed a robbery of a butchery in Balfour earlier the same day. He allegedly fled the crime scene in a white Renault Sandero, but a private security officer spotted him in Nigel. The officer managed to stop the Sandero, but when he tried to arrest Nyamakazi, a confrontation ensued, and Nyamakazi was shot and killed. Nyamakazi's details and photos had been circulating over the past six months, and a 'be on the lookout' alert was sent out for him. In one of Nyamakazi's alleged latest crimes, a well-known business in Sundra was targeted last Friday. More robberies occurred in the following days. Nyamakazi used cloned vehicles and false registration plates to avoid detection, often switching cars between incidents. Vehicles used included a blue VW Polo, a white Renault Sandero and a red Ford Fiesta, some of which were regularly spotted in Delmas, Sundra and Eloff. According to a trustworthy source, who wanted to remain anonymous, Nyamakazi allegedly committed his first armed robbery at the age of 14. Various arrests for offences such as armed robbery, hijacking and impersonating a government official followed. He also spent time behind bars and was, at the time of his death, apparently on parole. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
16-05-2025
- The Citizen
Armed robbery near Hoërskool Carletonville: Family tied up and vehicle stolen
A shocking armed robbery took place this week on Wolfram Street, directly opposite Hoërskool Carletonville, leaving a local family traumatised and their property stolen. At around 19:25 on May 11, the 49-year-old homeowner asked his son to bring their dog inside. Moments later, two armed robbers appeared at the door and forced the son back inside the house at gunpoint. The suspects, speaking Sesotho and isiZulu, immediately demanded cash. The situation escalated when the resident's wife arrived home and was also overpowered by the intruders. 'We know you have money,' the robbers told her before tying up the entire family when she denied having any. The suspects stole a television, multiple cellphones, a laptop, and jewellery, before fleeing the scene in the family's Renault Sandero. No injuries were reported, but the Carletonville SAPS have launched an investigation. As of now, no arrests have been made. Community safety alert Residents in the Carletonville area are urged to remain vigilant, especially in the evenings. Anyone with information related to this Wolfram Street robbery is encouraged to contact their nearest police station. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
