Crime
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Father sentenced to 12 months after assaulting daughter
The Kroonstad Regional Court has convicted a 40-year-old man from Edenville for assault and crimen injuria against his 12-year-old daughter. The court heard that on 29 November last year, at…
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Police in the Free State arrest 1 356 suspects for multiple crimes
With a focus on illicit contraband, vehicle crimes and illegal firearms, the police in the Free State arrested 1 356 crimes in a week long operation.
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Interprovincial police operation tackles cross-border crime
The police in the Free State have launched an interprovincial operation aimed at tackling cross-border crime and enhancing community safety.
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Man convicted after attempting to bribe SAPS officers in illicit cigarette case
He called the two officers, both holding the rank of sergeant, over and offered them R15 000 in exchange for allowing the truck to leave without further action.
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Three men arrested after Harrismith farm attack, farmer assaulted
During the confrontation, the farmer was allegedly struck on the head with a stone, sustaining an open wound.
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Man (67) murdered in Harrismith, police shoot suspect during arrest
Police investigations led officers to a 31-year-old male suspect, believed to be the deceased’s nephew, who resides in a shack in the same Bufferzone area. The suspect was traced later…
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Man caught with rhino horns, diamonds and gold in Ficksburg
Patrol by Ficksburg police has resulted in a major bust involving suspected rhino horns, unpolished diamonds, and gold, highlighting ongoing wildlife trafficking concerns in the Free State.
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Man arrested for brother-in-law’s fatal stabbing in Bohlokong
Police in Bohlokong, Bethlehem have arrested a man in connection with the brutal killing of his brother-in-law, whose body was discovered in the early hours of Sunday morning. The suspect…
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Major fraud investigation hits Moqhaka Municipality in Kroonstad
The Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation (SCI) unit raided the Moqhaka Local Municipality offices in Kroonstad on Friday 9 January as part of a major fraud and corruption investigation. The coordinated…
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Saica investigates former worker of Woodland Hills
The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) has been made aware of allegations concerning the possible misappropriation of funds by a member in Bloemfontein.
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