Crime
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Kariega resident shot twice in violent home invasion as armed burglars flee with electronics
Atlas Security responded within four minutes to Fairbridge Heights home invasion, finding resident with multiple gunshot wounds after burglars fled with mobile phones and laptop.
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WATCH: KwaNobuhle double murder moved to High Court after seven months
Seven months after the alleged rape and brutal double murder of two KwaNobuhle high school learners, the matter was transferred to the Gqeberha High Court.
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Police arrest teenager following second robbery at same Kariega store
The same Kariega clothing store was targeted by armed robbers twice within four days, with police successfully arresting an 18-year-old suspect after the second incident.
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Serial rapist handed life sentence in Gqeberha High Court
Serial rapist Lonwabo Ndwe was handed life imprisonment by the Gqeberha High Court for rape, kidnapping and robbery crimes with aggravating circumstances committed in Kariega.
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Ex-boyfriend arrested for rape, assault in Depatch
A man was arrested for allegedly raping and assaulting his ex-girlfriend in Despatch yesterday after a concerned neighbour intervened to help the victim escape safely.
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Five women charged with fraud in connection with Despatch murder investigation
Five women aged 23-46 were arrested for fraud after allegedly submitting fraudulent insurance claims following Cynthia Nowizana Mali’s murder in Despatch.
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Detectives seek help in finding wanted kidnapping suspect
The Nelson Mandela Bay District Detective Intervention Task Team is appealing to the community for assistance in tracing the wanted kidnapping suspect Donovan ‘Poenie’ Williams.
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No-fee Kariega school plagued by frequent vandalism
A no-fee school in Kariega faces closure due to vandalism, affecting education for local children. The principal highlights severe damage and appeals for community support.
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Gynaecologist accused of raping a minor granted R5,000 bail
A 56-year-old Nigerian gynaecologist accused of raping a minor on 31 January 2026 was granted R5,000 bail at Kariega Magistrate’s Court today despite community objections.
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Gynecologist denies minor rape charge in Kariega
A 56-year-old gynaecologist of Nigerian descent appeared in Kariega Magistrates’ Court on rape charges involving a minor, pleading not guilty during his bail application hearing.
