CAPE TOWN – Cape Town’s law enforcement agencies have achieved remarkable results during December operations, confiscating more than 4 634 litres of alcohol – with seizures more than doubling in just the final week of the month.
The dramatic increase in confiscations demonstrates the intensified enforcement efforts during the festive season, as multiple City agencies work together to maintain law and order across the metropolitan area.
Between 1 and 21 December the City’s liquor pound received 1 942 litres of alcohol representing 4 201 units or bottles. However, by 28 December, this figure had skyrocketed to 4 634 litres consisting of 9 838 units.
The pound, managed by Law Enforcement, receives alcohol confiscated by all City enforcement agencies operating under the City’s by-laws.
During the past week alone, Law Enforcement Officers made 155 arrests and issued 5 999 fines across various operations throughout the city.
LEAP officers proved particularly effective during their deployments, recovering at least four firearms while conducting their community safety operations.
Metro Police officers contributed significantly to the enforcement drive, making 52 arrests and issuing 3 166 notices for traffic and by-law violations.
Officers also seized a pistol, a revolver, and an imitation firearm while impounding various quantities of alcohol and drugs during their patrols.
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Stolen vehicle recovered in Macassar
In one of the latest enforcement successes on Monday morning, 29 December, officers recovered a stolen vehicle in Macassar following a tip-off from the community.
The operation resulted in the arrest of a 42-year-old suspect, highlighting the importance of community cooperation in crime prevention efforts.
Traffic Officers recorded an impressive 43 355 offences during their road safety operations, demonstrating the scope of violations occurring across the city’s road network.
The traffic enforcement drive led to the impounding of 156 public transport vehicles and the execution of 951 warrants of arrest, showing the comprehensive approach being taken to address transport-related violations.
Officers made 57 arrests during traffic operations – 50 suspects for drunk driving, three for reckless and negligent driving, and four more on various charges.
The City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre dispatched assistance for 1 850 incidents during the past weekend alone, reflecting the high demand for emergency services during the festive period.
Medical incidents accounted for 40% of all emergency calls, while the centre logged 119 fires across the metropolitan area.
Officials noted an increase in noise nuisance complaints, with 279 such calls received, while emergency responders attended 29 motor vehicle and pedestrian accidents.
The centre also handled serious incidents including 132 assault cases, 59 domestic violence cases, and 19 cases of self-harm, highlighting the diverse challenges facing the city during the festive season.
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