The Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) has been actively involved in several disruptive operations since Monday, 22 September 2025, with the goal of reducing gang-related activity in several communities.
Seven suspects have been arrested as a result of these efforts for possessing live ammunition and illegal narcotics.
A female suspect was arrested at Westgate Flats in Eldorado Park. Acting on a tip-off, AGU members found her in possession of a substantial quantity of suspected illegal substances, including crystal meth, methcathinone (cat), mandrax and dagga.
In a separate incident, a male suspect was arrested in Vrede Dorp after he was found with two live rounds of ammunition. The suspect was unable to provide a valid license for the possession of these rounds, leading to his arrest.
The following day, on Tuesday, 23 September 2025, AGU members arrested three males aged 40, 41, and 24, during three separate incidents within the Moffatview policing precinct. They were found in possession of tablets suspected to be mandrax, including crystal meth, and cat.
AGU members conducted patrols on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, in the Booysens and Moffatview areas, resulting in the arrest of two additional male suspects. These individuals were found with crystal meth, mandrax, methcathinone (cat), and glass pipe smoking tubes (lolly pipes).
Brigadier Maphoto, the AGU Commander, expressed his approval of the operation's outcomes, saying these arrests and the significant quantities of drugs and ammunition seized should serve as a stern warning to those contemplating criminal activities.
“We are unwavering in our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our communities," he said.
In total, the AGU's operations have resulted in the seizure of 38 ziplocks of crystal meth, 23 full mandrax tablets, 61 half mandrax tablets, nine quarter mandrax tablets, 29 ziplocks containing methcathinone, 50 pokes of dagga and two illegal live ammunition rounds.
All arrested suspects were detained at local police stations and have since made their appearances in the relevant courts.
The AGU urges all residents to continue providing these valuable tip-offs and the continued collaboration with the SAPS.
The public is encouraged to report these tip-offs to the SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or to alternatively download the MySAPS App onto any smart device. Tipsters may opt to remain anonymous. – SAnews.gov.za`
