Over 261 suspects nabbed during Operation Shanela in Northern Cape
According to Northern Cape police, more than 7,000 people and over 3, 800 vehicles were stopped and searched during the operation
Northern Cape police have arrested 261 suspects for various crimes during Operation Shanela. Picture: SAPS
JOHANNESBURG - Northern Cape police have arrested 261 suspects for various crimes during Operation Shanela.
"During the weeklong operation, 261 suspects were arrested for serious crimes, including illegal possession of a firearm, dealing in drugs, dealing in liquor, possession of drugs, aggravating robbery, attempted murder, assault GBH and burglary," said Northern Cape police spokesperson, Cherelle Ehlers.
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Police say the number includes the arrest of 91 wanted suspects who were traced and apprehended by detectives.
According to Northern Cape police, more than 7,000 people and over 3,800 vehicles were stopped and searched during the operation. Ten unlicensed liquor outlets were also closed during compliance inspections, and hundreds of litres of alcohol were confiscated.
"The disruptive actions resulted in the confiscation of copper cable, dangerous weapons, firearms, and a significant amount of drugs, such as dagga, Tik and Mandrax," Ehlers said.