Another fatal attack involving a Pit Bull has sparked renewed debate about stricter regulations for the breed and the role of responsible ownership. This comes after the death in hospital of 44-year-old Mitchells Plain resident Faziela Swartz on 3 February, after she was attacked by her son’s Pit Bull in the backyard of her home in Morgenster, on 28 January. A video of the gruesome incident was widely shared. While two dogs
Multiple areas across the Western Cape have been left without electricity as severe weather hits the province. This follows warnings by the South African Weather Service of severe thunderstorms, with heavy rain, hail and possible flooding, over Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and the Overberg regions for Monday. As a result, Eskom confirmed that customers in various parts of the region are currently experiencing power outages. Among the affected locations are parts of Khayelitsha, Tafelbaai (including Cape Town Harbour, Metrorail and the Foreshore), Nomzamo in Strand, as well as various areas in
A 25-year-old suspect has been arrested following a fatal stabbing in Loganberry Street, Bonteheuwel. A 58-year-old, Louis Van Sensie, was stabbed while attempting to intervene in an altercation yesterday. The South African Police Services (SAPS) spokesperson FC Van Wyk says she was declared dead on arrival at hospital. “According to reports, the suspect came to the deceased house looking for a friend. The deceased husband informed the suspect, that he’s friend is
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis visited communities along the N2 airport precinct over the weekend, amid criticism over the City’s plan to construct a security barrier along the highway. The City in January confirmed plans to allocate R114 million in its adjustment budget for the “N2 Edge Project”, aimed at improving safety for commuters, pedestrians and residents along a 9km stretch of the busy route. The road has become notorious for frequent smash-and-grab incidents and has been dubbed the “Hell Run”.
A SANDF camouflage uniform was confiscated during a raid in Ravensmead. Police also recovered drugs and cash. The camouflage uniform was among the items confiscated during a raid Police Captain Frederick C van Wyk says members attached to Operation Lockdown III had received intelligence of a premises in Pinedene Street, Ravensmead. It was alleged that gangs were involved in selling drugs from these premises. Information was also given to
