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TimesLIVE
10-07-2025
- TimesLIVE
Suspected Phoenix drug dealer arrested after public outcry
Public outcry in Durban about an alleged drug dealer led to his arrest in a raid by police on Wednesday. Hawks KwaZulu-Natal spokesperson Lt-Col Simphiwe Mhlongo said police received information about criminal activities in Canehaven Drive, Phoenix. 'A disruptive operation was planned and observations were made. Allegations were confirmed and members swooped on the suspect's residence and a search was conducted,' he said. Hawks members from the serious organised crime investigation unit working with crime intelligence, Durban metro police, the infrastructure task team and Durban public order police arrested the 50-year-old man. During the search police found pieces of crack cocaine, Mandrax tablets and vodka sachets to the street value of about R20,260. Police also found a modified firearm and five rounds of ammunition. The suspect was charged accordingly. He is expected to appear in the Verulam magistrate's court on Thursday.
The Citizen
08-07-2025
- The Citizen
Man arrested in R450k firearms bust at Zimbali estate
A 40-year-old man was arrested on Monday for possession of firearms and ammunition valued at R450,000 during a raid at Zimbali Estate. The arrest followed a joint operation led by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) on two private properties within the estate, conducted between 4am and 7am. According to Hawks spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Simphiwe Mhlongo, the man was charged with unlawful possession of firearms, unlawful possession of ammunition and possession of one gram of cocaine. The Zimbali Estate Management Association (ZEMA) confirmed it had been made aware of the planned operation but stated that it was not linked to any of its management or operational staff. 'Every effort was made to ensure the situation was managed in a way that protected the integrity of Zimbali Estate and minimised unnecessary alarm or disruption to our resident community,' said the estate. The case is under investigation. Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on Facebook, X, Instagram & YouTube for the latest news. Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here or if you're on desktop, scan the QR code below. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
26-06-2025
- IOL News
Major drug bust in Durban: Hawks seize R350,000 in cannabis and narcotics
Police dismantled a fully equipped indoor cannabis laboratory near Morningside, Durban, seizing drugs and equipment worth an estimated R350,000. Image: Supplied A 43-year-old suspect is expected to appear in the Durban Magistrate's Court on Friday, after a clandestine cannabis laboratory was dismantled during a high-impact operation near Morningside, Durban. The suspect was arrested on Thursday during a joint operation between members of the Hawks' Port Shepstone Serious Organised Crime Investigation unit, the Durban Metro Police Drug Team, the Metro K9 Unit, Durban Flying Squad, and the eThekwini Infrastructure Task Team. Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Simphiwe Mhlongo says police acted on intelligence that pointed to an indoor cannabis cultivation setup in the area. 'A disruptive operation was swiftly conducted, and they proceeded to the said building,' he confirmed. 'During the search, police found indoor cannabis plants, ecstasy tablets, crack cocaine, chemicals and equipment to the street value of approximately R350 000.00,' Mhlongo added. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ The suspect was arrested on the spot and charged with dealing in drugs and cannabis. KwaZulu-Natal Hawks Provincial Head, Major General (Dr) Lesetja Senona, commended the swift action and praised the members for the good work. IOL News
IOL News
05-06-2025
- IOL News
Pietermaritzburg businesswoman accused of defrauding Covid-19 TERS of R4 million
File A Pietermaritzburg businesswoman has been arrrested for allegedly defrauding the Covid-19 Temporary Employee Relief Scheme. Almost three years after a Pietermaritzburg businesswoman allegedly defrauded the Covid-19 Temporary Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) of millions, she made her first appearance in court this week. Sindisiwe Mdluli-Myeza was arrested on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, by the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation (known as the Hawks) on charges of fraud and money laundering. According to Lieutenant Colonel Simphiwe Mhlongo, it is alleged that during the period between November 2020 and October 2022, Mdluli-Myeza applied for the Covid-19 relief fund from the Department of Employment and Labour. "She claimed R4,229,044.61 from the Temporary Employee Relief Scheme. Preliminary investigation revealed that no employees were employed by her company, and the company was not entitled to claim."
The Citizen
12-05-2025
- The Citizen
Hawks probe Hluhluwe CIT heist
Hawks have launched a full-scale investigation into a cash-in-transit (CIT) heist that took place on Friday in the vicinity of the Mqobokazi in Hluhluwe. Reports indicate that CIT guards were driving on R22 from Emanguzi to Richards Bay when they were attacked by unknown suspects who fired shots at the armoured vehicle until it stopped. ALSO READ | WATCH: Cash-in-transit heist closes N2 near Mtubatuba KZN Hawks spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Simphiwe Mhlongo, said gunmen disarmed the guards and used explosives to blast open the van. 'They took an undisclosed amount of cash and fled. No arrest has been made at this stage. Richards Bay Serious Organised Crime Investigation is investigating a robbery case,' he said. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
