As festive season celebrations wind down, police in the Northern Cape continued to enforce the law where 230 suspects were arrested across the five districts of the province for crimes ranging from murder, attempted murder, rape, assault GBH, dealing in drugs, possession of drugs and illegal dealing in liquor
As festive season celebrations wind down, police in the Northern Cape continued to enforce the law where 230 suspects were arrested across the five districts of the province for crimes ranging from murder, attempted murder, rape, assault GBH, dealing in drugs, possession of drugs and illegal dealing in liquor.
SAPS Northern Cape spokesperson Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said disruptive actions were held in collaboration with government departments and law enforcement agencies to address priority crimes.
“This resulted in the confiscation of drugs, alcohol, dangerous weapons and money believed to be the proceeds of crime.
“In Kakamas two suspects were arrested after dagga with an estimated street value of R31 500, was found in their possession.”
She added that 8 993 persons and 4 442 vehicles were searched during roadblocks, vehicle check points, high visibility patrols, and stop and search actions.
“A total of 13 arrests were executed for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
“Compliance inspections were conducted at liquor outlets, second-hand goods dealers, scrapyards, and recyclers. This led to the closure of 20 unlicensed liquor outlets.”
Ehlers advised motorists to adhere to the road traffic rules and to practice road safety, as the traffic flow was expected to increase as holidaymakers returned home.
“Communities are encouraged to share valuable information and to continue aiding the police by reporting incidents via the MySAPS app or 08600 10111,” she said.
