More Than 1,000 Suspects Arrested in Eastern Cape Police Operations

EASTERN CAPE – More than 1,000 suspects have been arrested across the Eastern Cape during intensified crime-fighting operations under Operation Shanela II.

According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), high-density operations targeting crime hotspots resulted in arrests for various offences, including rape, assault, burglary, theft, drunk driving, malicious damage to property, drug-related crimes and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.

Police also confiscated unlicensed firearms, ammunition and dangerous weapons, as well as 1,034 units of abalone.

Eastern Cape SAPS management commended the multidisciplinary teams involved for their efforts in apprehending suspects, removing illegal firearms from communities and improving public safety.

Police also thanked community members for providing valuable information that assists law enforcement in combating crime.

Residents are encouraged to continue reporting criminal activities through the SAPS Crime Stop number on 08600 10111.