Day: July 4, 2022

The Warden police seek information with regard to a body of an unknown person found on 30 June 2022 at about 17:00, 20km away from Warden to Vrede on the R103 road near Rooikop Farm School.

On the mentioned date and time an unknown adult African male aged between 25 to 30 years was found by a member of the community who was burning grass on the side of the road near Rooikop Farm. The deceased was clothed with a blue track top, black denim jeans and white sneakers.

The deceased had no visible injuries but there is suspicion that he was knocked down by a vehicle that didn't stop after the accident. No documentation was found on his possession to identify the deceased and he was taken to Harrismith state mortuary.

Any person with information regarding this incident to contact Warrant Officer Hlatswayo on number 082 455 6164 of Warden Detectives or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or by using MySAPS app.

Source: South African Police Service

Eskom has announced that various stages of load shedding will be implemented throughout the week with generation capacity shortages expected.

The power utility has been battling to keep the lights on with violent strikes at its power stations exacerbating the electricity supplier's troubled circumstances.

"As the generation capacity shortages persist over the next few weeks, load shedding will continue to be implemented at various stages. Eskom cautions the public that it will still take a few weeks for the power generation system to fully recover to pre-strike levels," Eskom said.

By Monday morning, Eskom reported that it currently has more than 21 000MW of energy unavailable due to planned maintenance and breakdowns.

"Depending on several possibilities, including the workforce fully returning to work to conduct much-needed repairs to equipment, it is anticipated that load shedding will gradually be lowered to Stage 2 by the weekend. Of course, Eskom will communicate and implement any changes as may be necessary," Eskom said.

For Monday, stage 4 load shedding will be implemented until 4pm with stage 6 immediately following that until 10pm this evening.

From 10pm until midnight, stage 4 load shedding will return.

On Tuesday stage 2 will be in force from the early hours of the morning to 5am.

Stage 4 will then be implemented until 4pm, also followed by stage 6 until 10pm and a drop down to stage 4 once again until midnight.

"Eskom would like to remind the public that load shedding is implemented only as a last resort to protect the national grid. We therefore urge all South Africans to continue using electricity sparingly, especially during these uncertain times on the power system.

"Eskom thanks all workers who have reported for duty and who continue to perform diligently under extremely challenging conditions," the power utility said.

Source: South African Government News Agency

Nelspruit: The police in Mpumalanga are saddened by an incident in which two sets twins, aged eight and 13 were burned to death in the early hour of today, Monday 04 July, 2022.

According to the information at our disposal, the police were called to the scene where a shack was on fire at Marikana Informal Settlement in Hendrina.

On their arrival, they indeed found that it was true and as a result the firefighters were also called to extinguish the fire. Unfortunately two sets of twins (two boys and two girls) were certified dead.

It is not yet confirmed what might be the cause of the fire but loose cables were visible on the ground, which prompt a suspicion that there may have been an illegal connection of electricity.

It is further alleged that the 33-year-old mother of the deceased left them three days ago in the care of their 17-year-old brother. When the fire broke out, the bother tried to save the lives of his siblings but couldn't as the fire was already at an advanced stage.

The mother and the 17-year-old boy have been taken to hospital in Middelburg as they are in a state of shock.

Police have registered an inquest and the investigation is ongoing.

Source: South African Police Service

NORTHERN CAPE – The Hawks Serious Organised Crime Investigation team arrested a 28-year-old suspect for business robbery on Monday, 04 July 2022.

It is alleged that two unknown suspects entered a Post Office branch in Mankurwaneng, Vergenoeg early on that day. The suspects pointed employees with what looked like a firearm and stole an estimated amount of R230 000-00. Community members followed the suspects and managed to arrest one suspect at a nearby house, not far from the crime scene. The suspect was found with an amount of R110 000-00 in his possession.

Major General Kholekile Galawe, Northern Cape DPCI Provincial Head, commends members of the community for their assistance. “When the community and police work together, the result is of mutual benefit and it is appreciated” said General Galawe.

The suspect is expected to appear before Galeshewe Magistrate Court on Wednesday, 06 July 2022. Hawks are still on the trail of the second suspect and the investigation is continuing.

Source: South African Police Service

Yesterday, the Economic Infrastructure Task Team raided two suspected illegal scrapyards in Newlands East.

Prasa, Transnet and Telkom also participated in the joint operation. The two yards were located within sight of each other. A total of 682 kilograms of stolen copper was recovered from both yards. Three (3) suspects were arrested aged between 23 and 51 years of age and detained at the Newlands East Police station. Two scales and 15 kilograms of aluminium cables and lids were also recovered. The suspects were arrested for Possession of stolen property and tampering with infrastructure.

Ethekwini District Commissioner, Major General M.V Kheswa said, "Well done to all partners involved. Arrests will continue until infrastructure in Ethekwini is no longer tampered with."

Source: South African Police Service

WESTERN CAPE - A wanted suspect who managed to evade his arrest for a long time has finally made his appearance in Cape Town Magistrates court this morning, where he faced 31 charges, including six murder cases where a total of 19 people had lost their lives during last year in Khayelitsha. Yanga Endrey Nyalara (30) also known as Bara who is regarded the Western Cape’s most wanted suspect will remain in custody until his next court appearance scheduled for 18 August 2022, following his arrest last week where he was caught in possession of drugs with an estimated value of R 90 000-00.

The Minister of Police, Gen Bheki Cele and the Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Thembisile Patekile who both attended the court proceedings praised the SAPS members who pursued every avenue to ensure that Nyalara gets his day in court.

Besides the six murder charges, Nyalara has also been charged with the Prevention of Organised Crime Act, attempted murder, robbery, possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition as well as dealing in drugs.

SAPS would like to express their appreciation to the public for providing valuable information and assisting us to create a safer environment for communities by removing ruthless criminals from our streets.

Source: South African Police Service

The police in the province of Mpumalanga are concerned about incidents regarding theft from and or out of motor vehicles as well as robberies that were experienced recently. Motorists, including truck drivers are therefore cautioned to be extra careful especially along, R548 Road, R42 Road and N12 Road near Delmas as well as on the N4 Road and Bethal Road near Middelburg where these incidents are prevalent.

The warning comes after a number of truck drivers reportedly indicated that they stopped next to the road either to relieve themselves or for a feet stretch then a group of suspects would emerged from the bushes thereby pointing them with firearms. There were also incidents where hijackers would inform the truck drivers that there was something wrong with the trailers and as they stop then the suspects would pounce on them. At times the suspects would cut fuel pipes of the trucks so that the diesel is drained. In those incidents, batteries as well as cell phones would be taken from their victims.

The request is that the community should be vigilant and avoid stopping next to the road for any reason especially at those areas as indicated. It is advisable to stop at a much safer place than becoming the next victim of these robbers.

In the meantime, police are dealing with the situation and working hard to ensure that perpetrators are brought to book, like in the arrest of three suspects, namely Fortune Nzima aged 32, Tebogo Moshia aged 28 and Bonny Motsepe aged 28 for truck hijacking which occurred on 18 March 2022 in Middelburg. This is just one of many efforts by police to fight the scourge however the best would be to prevent such incidents from recurring if possible.

In addition, police urge anyone with information that may assist in arresting suspects of these crimes to call 013-249 1600/1/2/4 or call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively members of the public can send information Via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

Meanwhile the Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Lieutenant General Semakaleng Daphney Manamela has reassured the public that no stone will be left unturned with regard to addressing this challenge. "We would like to encourage members of the public who have got information, video footage or details on the whereabouts of these perpetrators that are directly hurting the country's economy by targeting trucks which transport goods via our roads. People should not be dismayed as we are turning the situation around in the affected areas" said the General.

Source: South African Police Service