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The Citizen
19-06-2025
- The Citizen
Alleged drug dealer nabbed following tip-off
In a dramatic arrest, police in the Fezile Dabi district arrested a 38-yearold. This comes after police acted upon intelligence information about a suspect selling drugs in the area. When police ambushed the dealer, he tried to flee the scene but was later apprehended. Fezile Dabi police spokesperson Sergeant Josephine Rani confirmed the arrest. 'On June 11, our officers arrested a suspect for possession of drugs. This follows a tip-off on Tuesday about the said dealer, who is now behind bars.' 'During the search, the suspect was found in possession of nine packets of crystal meth and six brown tablets (Mandrax),' said Rani. The police mouthpiece said the suspect was arrested and charged with possession of drugs, and the drugs were confiscated. 'The suspect appeared before the Parys Magistrate's Court soon on charges of possession of drugs,' she said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
18-06-2025
- The Citizen
Man behind bars for possession of drugs
Man behind bars for possession of drugs TUMAHOLE – In a dramatic arrest, police in the Fezile Dabi district arrested a 38-yearold. This comes after police acted upon intelligence information about a suspect selling drugs in the area. When police ambushed the dealer, he tried to flee the scene but was later apprehended. Fezile Dabi police spokesperson Sergeant Josephine Rani confirmed the arrest. 'On June 11, our officers arrested a suspect for possession of drugs. This follows a tip-off on Tuesday about the said dealer, who is now behind bars.' 'During the search, the suspect was found in possession of nine packets of crystal meth and six brown tablets (Mandrax),' said Rani. The police mouthpiece said the suspect was arrested and charged with possession of drugs, and the drugs were confiscated. 'The suspect appeared before the Parys Magistrate's Court soon on charges of possession of drugs,' she said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
01-05-2025
- The Citizen
Manhunt launched after shepherds slaughtered and livestock stolen
SASOLBURG – A chilling double murder incident has rocked the quiet kraals of Zamdela following a violent stock theft incident. This is after two shepherds were gunned down in cold blood recently, allegedly by heavily armed robbers. According to local police, a manhunt is underway for the ruthless killers who gunned down the duo before fleeing with livestock worth R150 000. The gruesome discovery was made on April 23, after Zamdela police responded to reports of gunshots near the R549. What officers found at the scene of the crime was nothing short of horrific, as the bloodied bodies of two young shepherds were lying in separate shacks, both pierced with bullet wounds. According to police spokesperson Sergeant Josephine Rani, the victims, who are both believed to be between 25 and 35 years old, were Lesotho nationals working in the area. Rani said emergency services declared them dead at the scene. 'This is a tragic and senseless killing. Both victims sustained upper body injuries consistent with gunshot wounds. We are investigating a double murder, and our investigations are underway,' said Rani. Rani said their investigators have revealed that 23 sheep and 25 goats were stolen in the brazen early morning ambush. Rani confirmed that a manhunt has been launched, and she urged anyone with information to come forward. 'The Serious Violent Crime, Murder, and Robbery Unit requests that anyone with information regarding the murder and stock theft contact Detective Sergeant Ivy Maisa on 076 676 1473 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Information can also be sent via the MySAPS App,' she said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
27-04-2025
- The Citizen
Two Lesotho shepherds killed in violent stock theft incident
Investigators found that approximately 23 sheep and 25 goats, with an estimated value of R150,000, were stolen during the incident. Two Lesotho nationals were murdered at kraals in Zamdela during what appears to be a violent stock theft incident, prompting police to request public assistance in finding the perpetrators. The bodies were discovered on Wednesday after police responded to reports of a shooting at the kraals near R549. Both victims, African males between 25 and 35 years old, had sustained fatal upper body injuries. 'When our members arrived at the scene, they found the two shepherds' lifeless bodies in two separate shacks,' said Police spokesperson Sergeant Josephine Rani. 'Both deceased individuals were declared dead by emergency services personnel at the scene.' High-value stock theft Investigators found that approximately 23 sheep and 25 goats, with an estimated value of R150,000, were stolen during the incident. 'Further investigation revealed that a significant number of livestock was taken during this violent attack,' Rani said. 'We believe the murder of these two shepherds is directly connected to the theft of these animals,' she added. ALSO READ: Five people killed in horror accident, north of Durban in KZN [VIDEO] Public assistance requested The Free State's Serious Violent Crime, Murder, and Robbery Unit is leading the investigation and has called on community members to come forward with any information. 'Anyone with information regarding the murder and stock theft should contact Detective Sergeant Ivy Maisa on 076 676 1473 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111,' urged Rani. 'Information can also be submitted anonymously via the MySAPS App.' Police are treating the case as a priority due to the violent nature of the crime and the significant economic impact of the stock theft on the local farming community. NOW READ: Crime stats: Murder cases decrease by 9.8% – four provinces 'dominate criminality' in SA
The Citizen
23-04-2025
- The Citizen
Woman arrested for allegedly dealing dagga
ORANJEVILLE – An intelligence-driven police operation has led to the arrest of a 28-year-old woman for allegedly dealing in dagga. Members of the Fezile Dabi District TRIO Task Team acted on a tip-off regarding a female suspect reportedly selling dagga from a residence in the area. The operation was executed on April 17, at around 07:00 in the morning. Upon arrival at the identified house, officers searched and recovered dagga with an estimated street value of R18 000, along with an undisclosed amount of cash believed to be proceeds from the illicit trade. The woman was immediately arrested and charged with dealing in dagga. She is expected to appear before the Heilbron Magistrate's Court soon. Police spokesperson sergeant Josephine Rani confirmed the arrest and commended the swift response by authorities. 'The successful operation is a result of coordinated intelligence efforts. We continue to urge community members to work with law enforcement by reporting illegal activities in their areas.' At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
