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Thabazimbi – A manhunt is underway for suspects involved in a livestock theft incident that left a local farmer counting his losses. The Modimolle Stock Theft Unit has launched an investigation after six sheep, valued at R12,000, were stolen from a farm in the Thabazimbi policing precinct.
SA – Vehicle theft remains a critical issue in South Africa, with approximately 70,000 vehicles stolen annually. This staggering figure highlights the ongoing challenge of combating vehicle-related crimes in the country.
SA – Every year, far too many young lives are lost on South Africa’s roads. According to data from the Road Accident Fund (RAF), an average of 1,288 school-going children aged 5 to 19 lose their lives annually in road accidents.
Rooiberg/ Koedoeskop – A devastating act of violence has shaken the Limpopo police force. Lieutenant general Thembi Hadebe, provincial commissioner of police in Limpopo, has expressed her shock and condemnation following the tragic killing of a 47-year-old police sergeant stationed at Rooiberg Police Station in the Waterberg District.
SA – The festive season has come and gone, but the sobering statistics released by Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy on Monday 20 January 2025, serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing road safety crisis in South Africa.
Thabazimbi – A focused operation targeting illegal mining activities in Limpopo has led to the arrest of 27 individuals, underscoring the growing challenge of illicit mining in the region. The arrests, conducted between 13 and 14 January 2025, were part of a coordinated effort by the multidisciplinary Vala Umgodi Task Teams.
Thabazimbi – “On Saturday, 18 January 2025, an accident occurred at approximately 16h30 on Warmbad Road,” said Angelique Loots, director of Thaba Fire and Rescue.
Smashblock/ Northam – On Monday 13 January 2025, tragedy struck in the small community of Smashblock near Northam. A truck carrying baked bread to market was swept away by powerful stormwaters while attempting to cross a bridge, around 13:30.
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Northam – On Friday 31 May 2024, a tragic accident occurred near Mawala Lodge, just before the Koedoesdoring turnoff at approximately 17:20,” said Rural Safety chairperson Johan Prinsloo.
Thabazimbi – The police successfully apprehended two male suspects involved in a daring tavern robbery in Thabazimbi. The incident, on Friday evening 23 February 2024, saw three assailants forcefully entering a local tavern, pointing a gun at employees and patrons, and making off with cellphones and an undisclosed sum of cash.
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