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Operation Shanela resulted 117 arrests in Sharpeville crackdown

ORANGE FARM - Operation Shanela resulted in the arrest of 117 suspects in Sharpeville, between Vanderbijlpark and Vereeniging. They were arrested for various crimes, with activities including roadblocks, stop-and-search operations, and inspections of liquor outlets and second-hand dealers. Sedibeng District Detectives were instrumental, arresting 86 individuals for serious offenses such as murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, common robbery, and gender-based violence. Led by Acting Sedibeng District Commissioner Brigadier AB Nkwashu, the operation brought together a multidisciplinary team of law enforcement agencies and community organizations. Sharpeville Police Spokesperson, Constable Busisiwe Sango, confirmed that all arrested suspects will soon appear at the Vereeniging Magistrate Court. She praised the teamwork that contributed to the operation's success and assured the community of continued efforts to intensify crime-fighting measures in the district.


 
 
 

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