A suspected military training base was uncovered outside White River by the police this morning.
This is after information was received about the camp two days ago leading to a joint operation and over 90 arrests.
The place, which was initially designated as a training site, appears to have been converted into an illegal military training base. The 95 people taken into custody are all Libyan nationals and were taken in for questioning.
Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi said the police take any threat to the security and stability of the province and country very seriously.
“This operation demonstrates our commitment to acting swiftly and decisively against any activities that could undermine our national interests and ensure the safety of our citizens because that is our primary mandate,” said Major General Mkhwanazi.
The investigation is still ongoing, and further details will be provided as they become available. The SAPS would like to assure the public that there is no immediate threat to community safety.
Anyone with information about similar or related activities is urged to contact the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or submit tips via the MYSAPSAPP. All information will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
