In a series of high-density operations conducted over the weekend, Gauteng police arrested more than 1,000 suspects for serious crimes across the province.
Gauteng police spokesperson, Colonel Noxolo Kweza said the arrests were part of a co-ordinated effort spanning all five districts. Kweza said officers targeted a range of offences, including murder, rape, business robbery, drug dealing and possession of unlicensed firearms.
Gauteng provincial commissioner, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni , led operations in Soshanguve and Akasia, areas in the Tshwane District known for violent crimes.
During these operations, a stolen vehicle was recovered and firearms were seized in multiple districts.
The operations, which began on Saturday, August 30, included roadblocks and targeted raids to capture wanted suspects.
