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The Kuils River Police held its annual Prestige Awards ceremony on Thursday 5 March at the AFM Old Age Home in Kuils River, recognising outstanding performance among their own officers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seven firearms, 20+ drug arrests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) B Shift, under the command of Sgt Randall Schreuder, was honoured as the best CPU group for 2025, earning the “catch of the year” award for their arrest record. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The winning team confiscated seven illegal firearms and ammunition, and made more than 20 arrests for drug dealing within the Kuils River policing precinct during the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remarkably, the team has only been working together for one year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The CPU B Shift team, from left: Cst Yusrique Lakay, Sgt Nathan Da Silva, Sgt Randall Schreuder (commander), Sgt Keanen Davids and Cst Allister Swanepoel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team chemistry proves key<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sgt Schreuder, who brings 19 years of experience to his leadership role, has built a cohesive unit characterised by strong commitment, friendship, and mutual support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The team spends a lot of time together, which has ensured their successes. This has created a spirit of loyalty and commitment amongst all members,” was noted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite the challenges of policing a gang-affected area, the CPU B Shift team demonstrates perseverance and dedication.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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