Crime
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Cape Town serial fraudster sentenced to 15 years
A 62-year-old fraudster, Andrew Paul Futcher, received a 15-year prison sentence for running a Ponzi scheme, defrauding investors.
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Sentenced 17 years after rape and murder of Kraaifontein teenager
Five men convicted of the rape and murder of 17-year-old Cytheria Rex have been sentenced — two to life imprisonment and three to 25 years behind bars.
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Good Samaritans come to aid of shot Strandfontein car guard
Strandfontein car guard Jason was shot behind Wavecrest Spar. An off-duty fireman and nurse are credited with saving his life.
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Safety partners unite in Parow to tackle crime and improve community safety
A recent joint operation in Parow aimed to combat crime, enhance community safety, and address increased concerns regarding student accommodation.
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Cape Town man jailed 15 years for R9.2 million Ponzi scheme
A Cape Town man, Andrew Paul Futcher, was sentenced to 15 years for defrauding investors in a ponzi scheme, totaling over R9.2 million.
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Parow North residents welcome removal of vagrants from sports complex area
Residents of Parow North express relief after removing vagrants near Jan Burger Sport Complex, though return remains a persistent issue.
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Parow added to Cape Town’s growing list of smash-and-grab hotspots
Motorists in Cape Town have been cautioned against three smash-and-grab hotspot areas in Parow.
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Safe zone activities get underway across Mitchells Plain as R9m plan rolls out
The MPSDF is rolling out community-led safe zone programmes in Mitchells Plain to reduce gang violence and create safe spaces for youth.
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VRCID officers assist with three arrests in Bellville
VRCID officers made three arrests in Bellville in one week, responding to a housebreaking, a stolen taxi, and a street robbery.
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Man shot in his car multiple times in Lentegeur in broad daylight
Police in Lentegeur are hunting unknown gunmen who shot a man multiple times in his car on 25 May 2026. Call Det Thompson with information.
