police
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Cape Town murder rates decline in LEAP areas as mayor pushes for more policing powers
Cape Town LEAP zones see major drops in murder rates, but Mayor Hill-Lewis warns a low 5% conviction rate keeps criminal elements on the streets
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Police appeal for information after four bodies found in Du Noon
Four charred bodies were discovered in an open field near the N7 off-ramp in Du Noon on Sunday.
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Damoyi named acting Western Cape police commissioner
Premier Winde and Minister Marais welcome Maj Gen Damoyi’s appointment while urging him to tackle the SAPS’s resource constraints head-on.
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Police and Interpol join forces to find missing UK woman
South African authorities are working with Interpol to trace a UK woman who went missing after checking in for a flight home at Cape Town International Airport.
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Police recover 92 tik straws during Fisantekraal operation
A joint police operation in Fisantekraal led to a drug-related arrest and the recovery of 92 tik straws, police confirmed.
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Cameron raises concerns over staffing and facilities at Kuils River FCS unit
Ian Cameron raised concerns about staffing shortages and inadequate facilities at the Kuils River FCS unit following an oversight visit this week.
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Police warn against reckless firearm handling on social media
SAPS has raised the alarm over a viral video showing women allegedly handling and cocking firearms inside a house without proper authorisation.
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Hitman taken off the street after tip-off from community
A community tip-off led to the arrest of a suspected hitman in Bonteheuwel, showing residents’ courage in standing up to gang violence.
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Petition launched to reopen Parklands Satellite Police Station
Growing safety concerns in Parklands have sparked calls to reopen the satellite police station, with residents warning that low visibility is fuelling crime.
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Respected Cape Town police photographer retires
Cape Town photographer Piet Smit retires after 30 years, leaving a legacy of dedication, passion, and significant contributions to SAPS.
