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The Citizen
02-08-2025
- The Citizen
Women in blue lead operations in eMalahleni
It is the month of August, the month in which women are celebrated. It is also the month in which Operation Basadi kicks off. This operation has already seen success. During an operation focused on promoting road safety and law enforcement on the Bethal Road, women in blue conducted a roadblock. 'During the operation, several illegal immigrants were arrested and traffic fines were issued to motorists for various traffic violations, ensuring safer roads for all commuters,' said police spokesperson, Captain Eddie Hall. Colonel One Thobejane, the acting station commander of Witbank SAPS said, 'Operation Basadi is a key initiative to not only enhance the safety of our community but also to empower and showcase the dedication of our female police officers during Women's Month. We remain committed to protecting our community and ensuring compliance with the law.' SAPS Witbank will continue with similar operations throughout the month to maintain law and order and encourage responsible driving. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected]
The Citizen
10-07-2025
- The Citizen
Guesthouse owner shot in attempted robbery
An attempted murder at a local guesthouse in eMalahleni took a violent turn when men posing as potential guests opened fire on the owner, then fled the scene without taking any possessions. According to the police, the attack occurred around 18:20 on July 6 when the owner noticed a white Toyota Hilux, without a visible registration plate, enter the property. A man exited the vehicle and entered the premises, requesting accommodation for four individuals. The owner informed him that rooms were available but noted that due to a power outage, the speed point was not operating. The visitor claimed he would leave briefly to withdraw cash. 'After explaining to the men that the card machine was not working, they responded to me, saying that they would be back in 30 minutes. Two minutes after they left, they came back and entered my premises with firearms. They shot me in the right leg and left with nothing,' said the owner of the local guesthouse, traumatised. The trio fled the scene in the same white Toyota Hilux, leaving behind a wounded victim and taking no property. Captain Eddie Hall, spokesperson of SAPS Witbank, shared the following tips: 'Comply, remain calm, and do not argue with crime perpetrators. Do not make sudden gestures. Avoid eye contact, but try to remember how the perpetrator looks by identifying and remembering special features. Try to get away safely from the area as quickly as possible. Do not be a hero, your life is worth more than anything else.' Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected] At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
07-07-2025
- The Citizen
Twelve sheep vanish without a trace
A local livestock owner was left stunned after discovering that twelve of his sheep had gone missing without any sign of forced entry or suspicious activity. According to the police, the victim visited the property in Kromdraai on June 26 at around 12:00, finding everything in order. However, upon returning on June 27 at approximately 18:00, he discovered that a dozen sheep were missing. There were no signs of broken fences, open gates, or tampering, and no neighbors or witnesses saw or heard anything unusual. Captain Eddie Hall, spokesperson of SAPS Witbank, warns the public, 'Maintain secure fences and gates, regularly count livestock, mark animals with registered identification, and report suspicious activity immediately.' Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected] At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
01-07-2025
- The Citizen
Terrifying home invasion leaves resident traumatised in Extension 10
A woman was left traumatised after falling victim to a violent home invasion. On June 28, the incident occurred around 22:30 in Christian de Wet Street while she was sitting on her couch watching television. In a chilling account, she described how she turned her head to discover three unknown men behind her. One of the suspects was allegedly armed with a firearm, while the other two allegedly had brandished knives. The intruders confronted her with a disturbing declaration: they claimed they had come to kill her ex-boyfriend, but upon finding him absent, they decided instead to steal her belongings. The suspects then forced her to lie on her stomach and proceeded to tie her feet, rendering her unable to resist or call for help. The robbers allegedly made off with a 65-inch Samsung TV, a 45-inch LG TV, an LG microwave, a black iPhone 11, and several items of clothing, with the stolen goods valued at an undisclosed amount of money. Captain Eddie Hall spokesperson of SAPS Witbank shared the following tips regarding house robberies: 'Always be on the lookout for suspicious persons and vehicles. Enhance security by fitting access doors with security gates and installing burglar bars on windows. Do not open gates and doors for strangers. Verify the details of anyone before you employ them, and check the authenticity of a contractor before you allow access to the premises.' Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: info@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
19-06-2025
- The Citizen
eMalahleni is the prime spot for hijacking
eMalahleni is the prime spot for hijacking Two victims found themselves at the mercy of alleged armed criminals in separate hijacking incidents, narrowly escaping their captors in daring getaways. The first incident unfolded on June 14, when a truck driver was hijacked shortly after leaving a mine in Delmas. When he stopped at a stop sign, three masked men allegedly armed, stormed his white Volvo truck, and as they approached the truck, they forced him into the back seat and tied him up with cable ties. They covered his face with a blanket and drove for about an hour before stopping at an industrial premises. They continued driving before pausing again, ignoring the victim's pleas to be untied. The armed men abandoned the victim and drove off with the truck. Patrol officers later assisted the victim. The hijacked truck, valued at R2.8m, was recovered at Balmoral along the Old Pretoria Road. The second case occurred on June 12, when a man was hijacked while driving his employer's vehicle, a white Nissan NP200, after stopping at a tuck shop in Extension 16. As he returned to his car, three men allegedly pointed firearms at him, forcing him into the back of the vehicle. With one suspect allegedly holding him at gunpoint, the others took control of the vehicle and drove toward yet another industrial premises. In a desperate bid for freedom, he managed to leap from the moving car and flee later finding assistance at a police station. 'We continue to call on motorists to exercise caution, avoid stopping in isolated areas, and remain alert to potential threats,' warned Captain Eddie Hall, spokesperson of SAPS Witbank. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: info@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
