CHRIS HANI - Police members' continued efforts to prevent and detect crime yielded positive results within Chris Hani District when they conducted Operation Shanela over the weekend.

Tragedy struck Vanderbijlpark as 20-year-old Nico Dean Venter was found brutally murdered after being robbed along Barrage Road (R42). Police urge the public to provide any information to aid the investigation into this senseless crime. The Sector 3 CPF also warned residents about the dangers of hijackings and murders in that area, advising against stopping along Barrage Road between Makro and Isak Steyl Stadium. The community is urged to prioritize safety and remain vigilant.

In a recent press conference held in Pretoria on Sunday, Police Minister General Bheki Cele addressed the nation on the successes and ongoing efforts of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in combating crime. Emphasizing decisive police action and community involvement as pivotal strategies, General Cele highlighted notable achievements while acknowledging persisting challenges.