Gauteng police have arrested 1 134 suspects and recovered two unlicensed firearms and ammunition during Operation Shanela II which was conducted across the Gauteng province over the weekend.
The Gauteng Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, led a high-density provincial Operation Shanela II in Randfontein and Mohlakeng policing precincts in the West Rand District.
“During the operation at the roadblock in Randfontein, police arrested 24 suspects for driving under the influence of alcohol, 10 illegal immigrants, one suspect for dealing in drugs and 16 suspects for possession of drugs,” the South African Police Service (SAPS) said in a statement on Sunday.
Two suspects were arrested for selling liquor without a licence, while one suspect was arrested for possession of gold-bearing material. Police also recovered two unlicensed firearms and ammunition.
In addition, two liquor outlets were closed for non-compliance with the regulations.
Detectives arrested 786 wanted suspects, including 149 individuals linked to crimes against women and children.
“The operation was conducted through a collaborative effort involving the SAPS, the Department of Home Affairs, traffic law enforcement agencies, Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens, Community Policing Forums (CPFs) and private security companies.
“Gauteng police remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents through ongoing crime prevention operations aimed at reducing crime and maintaining law and order across the province,” the police said. – SAnews.gov.za
