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Media Statement
POTCHEFSTROOM – As part of combating illegal mining and other crimes, a 21-year-old Zimbabwean was arrested during an intelligence led operation in Klerksdorp, after operationalisation of information about the sale of explosives. The suspect, who tried to flee after becoming aware of the police, was arrested in the bushes near a shopping mall by members of the National Intervention Unit (NIU). Inside his vehicle, police found a variety of explosives, including capped fuses, 30 blasting cartridges and 50m of detonating cord. Initial investigations indicated that the explosives are used to commit cash in transit heists, explode Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) as well as utilisation in illegal mining activities. The suspect will appear before the Klerksdorp Magistrates’ Court on Monday 10 March 2025, on charges of unlawful possession of explosives. The Acting Provincial Police Commissioner, Major General Patrick Asaneng, applauded all members involved in the multidisciplinary operation for their diligence that resulted in bringing the suspect to book.
The public is advised to report crime including through the South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or the MySAPS application anonymously. Extortion-related incidents can be reported on the Extortion hotline on 080 091 1011.
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