NOORDWESTER – LICHTENBURG - The South African Police Service (SAPS) together with its crime-fighting partners, continues to record commendable progress in dismantling the illegal trade in counterfeit and illicit goods across the country. Within a week, police seized counterfeit goods valued at more than R260 million during multiple takedown operations in North West province.
Duo in court for double murder and attempted murder
NOORDWESTER – ZEERUST - Two male suspects were expected to appear in the Zeerust Magistrate’s Court on 15 September, on two counts of murder, five of attempted murder and one of defeating the ends of justice.
The suspects, aged 29 and 33, were arrested and detained after they handed themselves over to the police. During the arrest, a 9mm pistol, a magazine and five rounds of ammunition were confiscated from the suspects.
12 Men apprehended for violent crimes
NOORDWESTER – ZEERUST - 12 Men between the ages of 21 and 48 were remanded in custody until their next court appearance.
They appeared before court for the murder of Mzomuhle Themba Zulu (35), attempted murder, kidnapping, robbery and malicious damage to property. Their first court appearance was before the Zeerust Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 18 September.
Murder accused sentenced to life imprisonment
NOORDWESTER – LOMANYANENG - Phako Tlape (33) was found guilty by the Mmabatho Regional Court and sentenced to life imprisonment this week for the murder of Sebule Isaac Sebule (31).
Evidence presented before court by the investigating officer, Warrant Officer Samuel Matiti of the Trio Task Team in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District, indicated that police were called to a Tavern in Dithakong West in Lomanyaneng, close to Mahikeng, on Saturday, 29 July 2023 at about 18:40, where the lifeless body of Sebule was found with several stab wounds.
Women Empowerment Campaign
NOORDWESTER – MOCOSENG - The police, Men for Change structure, in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District, called women from 23 police stations together to appreciate, empower and motivate them on Friday, 12 September at Roadside Chesanyama in Mocoseng village. Women were acknowledged for the vital role they play in the work place and society, as the female gender has faced subjugation and systematic oppression throughout history. Women dressed up in colourful, bright tutu skirts.








