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Officer kills 4 at Hennenman gathering before shooting himself
A 47-year-old police officer allegedly opened fire at a family gathering in Hennenman on Sunday 7 June, killing three people before turning the gun on himself.
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Farm attackers receive 20-year sentences for brutal robbery and kidnapping
A former employee are among the two men who were jailed for a farm robbery and kidnapping near Smithfield, which took place last year.
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Tragedy on family hunt after gunshot claims 12-year-old’s life
The circumstances surrounding the shooting are the subject of an intensive police investigation. The young victim sustained severe injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital in a desperate attempt…
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Police partner with school to tackle youth crime and safety
Over 850 learners at Welkom High School participated in a school safety program on May 27, 2026, as part of Child Protection Week. The initiative, involving local police and wellness…
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Wesselsbron social crime prevention partners for father son dialogue
The Wesselsbron SAPS Social Crime Prevention unit, in partnership with various stakeholders, hosted a father-son dialogue on May 28, 2026, during Child Protection Week. The event encouraged discussions on community…
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Firearm training: Free State police ‘danger to public’
Members of the police in the Free State are not meeting the necessary firearm training requirements and pose a danger to the public.
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Young woman still missing after eight years
The Pina family from Riebeeckstad, Welkom, appeals for public help in finding their sister, Lebohang Sheritty Pina, who disappeared eight years ago. Despite no recent developments in her case, they…
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Campaign aims to empower all scholars
On April 23, the police in Odendalsrus conducted a school-based awareness campaign at Eldoret High School, reaching 317 female learners. Focusing on crime prevention and safety, the initiative addressed issues…
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Youth equipped for positive change
The Safer South Africa Foundation, with Harmony Gold Mining Company, celebrated the graduation of 98 learners from its Communities and Justice Programme at Harmony High School. The initiative aimed to…
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Three farmers get life imprisonment each for brutal murder of a farm dweller
Three farmers convicted of murdering farm dweller Dumisani Phakathi sentenced to life in Pretoria High Court. Judge ruled killing was racially motivated.
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