It is reported that approximately eight armed suspects stormed into a jewellery shop in Highveld Mall and held the security guard and the employee at gunpoint, before robbing them of undisclosed amount of jewellery. Police and private security companies were alerted about the business robbery in progress and responded swiftly.

The suspects were intercepted soon after they drove out of the Mall, in different getaway cars. During the incident, three of the suspects were fatally shot while others fled from the scene and are still at large.

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Police spokesperson, Colonel Mavela Masondo confirmed at the crime scene, three pistols, a rifle and rounds of ammunition believed to have been used by the suspects were recovered.

“A Toyota RAV4, fitted with false registration number plates, that was also used as a getaway car was recovered. Some of the jewellery taken from the shop were recovered inside the said getaway car. Police opened a case of business robbery for investigation while the Independent Police Investigation Directorate (IPID) will investigate the circumstances that led to the death of the three suspects,” said Colonel Masondo.

The search is underway for the suspects that are still at large and police urge anyone with information that may assist in apprehending the other suspects to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

The recovered firearms will be sent for ballistic tests to establish whether they were used in the commission of other crimes.

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According to reports, at approximately 07:00, police received information regarding two men who were suspected to be deceased. Upon arrival, along with Emergency Medical Services, police found the men covered with blankets. Both were certified dead at the scene.

Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane confirmed that one of the deceased was identified by a relative, who confirmed that the man was his brother and that they were originally from the Kingdom of Eswatini.

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“Police are still attempting to locate the family of the second deceased male. Members of the public who may have information about this matter or who know the relatives of the unidentified deceased are urged to contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111,” said Ndubane.

Information can also be submitted via MYSAPSAPP. All information received will be treated with the strictest confidentiality, and callers may choose to remain anonymous.

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According to a report, one of the buses caught fire, and security personnel went out to investigate while summoning help from fire fighters. However, the other nine buses also caught fire in the process.

Currently, circumstances surrounding this incident have not yet been established and will form part of the inquiry.

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Police urge anyone who might have information in this inquiry to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential, and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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According to a police report, neighbours in the area became concerned about a foul smell from a certain house in their neighbourhood as well as some flies in-and-around. They also could not get hold of their neighbours over the phone hence they informed police about it.

Upon arrival, police were shown the house which was locked but there seems to be no sign of a break-in. The Mbombela Disaster Management were also summoned to assist in unlocking the door. The house appears to have been ransacked and it was during this time when two lifeless bodies were found.

“The old woman was identified by her family as Eunice Mahlodi (64), whose body was found half naked. The second body found, was that of Eugenia Dineo Masuku (20). Masuku’s body was found half naked in her bedroom, both her hands were tied with cables. It is suspected that she could have been strangled as a cable was found around her neck. There were also blood stains noticed in the bedroom. It is further suspected that some items like cell phones could have been stolen from the house,” reads a statement.

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The two victims were unfortunately certified dead by the Emergency Medical Services Personnel who also attended the scene. The bodies were found at the early stage of decomposition.

A case with two counts of murder has been opened and a team of experts in the investigation field has been established under the leadership of the Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, to probe this horrific incident. A 72-hour Plan has been activated with all role players involved.

Circumstances surrounding this incident is still under investigation and police are appealing to the members of the public for information that may assist in apprehending the perpetrator(s) by contacting Detective Sergeant Debra Matukane on 076 354 9612 or call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Members of the public can also send information via MYSAPSAPP. All information received will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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According to police reports, the deceased’s mother, Ayanda Ngwenyama approached the Delmas Police Station on 11 November 2025 to report that daughter, Thandolwethu Mahlangu, had gone missing the previous day around 18:00. It is alleged that the child went to her father’s house and did not return home. Members of the community joined in the search throughout the night but were unsuccessful in finding her.

The following morning, the mother received a text message from an unknown number demanding R30 000, allegedly owed by the child’s father, in exchange for the child’s safety.

A missing person inquiry was opened, and all relevant role players were informed. Preliminary investigations traced the cellphone number used by the kidnappers to the Botleng area. Loan sharks in the vicinity were brought in for questioning, and several addresses linked to the investigation were visited, but with no success.

Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane confirmed that Thandolwethu was found deceased at Delpark Extension 2. “Her body was discovered by a neighbour who was cleaning his yard when he noticed small legs protruding from underneath rubble behind a shack. All relevant authorities were immediately informed and attended the scene,” said Ndubane.

The suspects remain unknown at this stage, and a murder case has been opened.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have information that could assist in the investigation to contact the branch commander, Lieutenant Colonel Victor Dibakoane, on 079 268 0040, or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Information can also be submitted via the MySAPS App. All information will be treated with strict confidentiality, and callers may remain anonymous.

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According to information received, women who were passing by the area noticed what appeared to be human bones. They immediately alerted the police.

The police’s forensic experts attended the scene as well and the remains were collected for further investigation. The probe will also aim at determining the identity of the person as well as circumstances surrounding the discovery.

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Police are urging members of the public who may have a missing loved one, or anyone with information that could assist in the investigation, to come forward. They are encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Pat Fakude on 082 663 4338, or call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, information can be submitted via the MYSAPS App.

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Police in Kanyamazane received reports about a shooting around the area and on arrival, two bodies with gunshot wounds were discovered.

According to police, a white car belonging to one of the victims still idling was was also found near the bodies. A case with two counts of murder has been opened.

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The SAPS urge anyone with information that may assist in apprehending the suspect(s) to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidentiality and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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The deceased who was driving his vehicle was fatally shot multiple times in an alleged attack. According to police, none of his belongings were stolen. However, firearm cartridges were recovered.

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No arrests have been made. Investigations are underway. Anyone with information that could assist in arresting the suspects can contact the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidentially, and informants can opt to remain anonymous.

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According to reports, the body had started changing from its original colour. Police and emergency were called to the scene where the baby was declared dead.

“Due to the condition of the child’s body, police can not confirm the child’s gender at the moment pending further investigation.Police have since instituted an investigation surrounding the child’s death. Currently police can not confirm if the child was dumped alive or dead,” reads a police statement.

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Police urge anyone who might have information about the child’s mother to contact Komatipoort standby investigating officer Sergeant Vusimuzi Thobela on 072 196 8225. Alternatively members of the community can contact the Crime Stop number on 086000 10111 or information can be sent via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated with high level of confidentiality.

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The body was found at the Maphakama Sports Ground after paramedics and police received information regarding the incident.

According to Colonel Donald Mdluli, the body was burnt beyond recognition.”No arrests have been made yet and the motive for the murder is still unknown at this stage. The deceased is unknown at this point, hence police are in sought of his family. His age could be between 25 and 27 years,” said Col Mdluli.

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Police urge anyone with any information that may shared some light about the incident or the man’s family to contact Detective Warrant Officer Delbry Lekhuleni on 0721278132/0764123540 or call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively members of the public can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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