The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Tshwane, under the leadership of Tshwane District Commissioner, Major-General Samuel Thine, conducted a successful multi-disciplinary crime prevention operation in the Mamelodi East and Silverton policing precincts on Saturday, 16 May 2026.
The operation was executed in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies and stakeholders, including the Department of Home Affairs, Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department (TMPD), Community Policing Forums (CPFs), and local councillors. This initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to address crime hotspots and strengthen law enforcement visibility throughout the district.
The integrated operation resulted in the arrest of 351 suspects for various offences.
Detective teams were responsible for 247 of the arrests, which were linked to serious and violent crimes, including murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, and rape.
Operational members further maintained a strong high-visibility presence through roadblocks, stop-and-search activities, and targeted patrols at identified hotspots.
During the operation, law enforcement officials searched 483 individuals and 251 vehicles.
A total of 36 undocumented foreign nationals were detained and handed over to the Department of Home Affairs for further processing, verification, and deportation.
In continued efforts to improve road safety, 19 motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Liquor compliance inspections also formed part of the operation. Authorities inspected 24 liquor outlets, resulting in the closure of eight establishments and fines being issued to 11 premises for non-compliance with the Liquor Act. Police further confiscated 278 x 770 ml bottles of liquor during the inspections.
Additionally, 19 individuals were fined for drinking alcohol in public.
Targeted patrols conducted at five identified crime hotspots led to the arrest of 18 suspects for the possession and dealing of drugs. Police confiscated 19 ziplock bags containing suspected narcotics, including crystal meth, nyaope, and CAT.
In a separate incident, one suspect was arrested for possession of suspected stolen property after police recovered three vehicles in his possession, namely a Toyota Corolla Cross, Toyota Land Cruiser, and Nissan Navara. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the suspect may be linked to other criminal activities.
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