A tense and violent shootout erupted in Seawinds, Muizenberg, this morning after the City of Cape Town’s Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) officers intercepted a hijacked vehicle following a tip-off from the South African Police Service (SAPS). Spokesperson Wayne Dyason says two suspects were shot and injured after a high-speed pursuit took a turn when the suspects opened fire on officers. “The officers returned fire, resulting in two suspects being shot in
Police have confirmed the tragic incident that took place in Mitchells Plain towards the end of January, which left the woman dead. Officers say they responded to a complaint of a dog attack at a house in Maralize Street, Morgenster, on Wednesday, 28 January, just before 2 pm. On their arrival, the 44-year-old victim was already taken to the hospital by private vehicle. Bystanders informed officers that the victim was attacked
Today the team were at Sweet Valley Primary. Sweet Valley Primary is home to almost 900 learners. The school is well known for being the top performing primary school in maths for 11 years. They’re a happy school with good academics, sporting culture, and a strong sense of community in the Bergvliet area. 1 of 6
Eleven murder-accused members of the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU 11) may soon find out whether they can return to work in Manenberg. The officers have been out on bail since last Friday, and one of their bail conditions prohibits them from entering Manenberg. Their superiors approached the High Court to seek a relaxation of this condition, arguing that the members should be allowed to resume their duties in the area,
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has welcomed the classification of the ongoing drought and looming water supply risks as a national disaster, saying it will help the province act faster to protect water security. The declaration, issued by the National Disaster Management Centre, covers the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Northern Cape, where drought conditions are threatening essential services and livelihoods. It places responsibility on the National Executive to coordinate the
