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Two suspects allegedly linked to the Rolex gang in Sandton City were arrested on 15 January 2019. The suspects were found in possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, possession of drugs and dangerous weapons. Picture: @GP_CommSafety/Twitter

Organised gangs

Police arrest 2 suspects linked to Joburg's notorious Rolex Gang

By Bonga Dlulane

Officials say the pair were cornered on Tuesday night after they were found in possession of firearms, ammunition, drugs and other dangerous weapons.

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    Gang violence spikes in Bonteheuwel, Hanover Park

    No arrests have been made in connection with a spate of shootings in Bonteheuwel & Hanover Park.

    2144 days ago
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    Family grieves death of boy killed in Delft gang crossfire

    Four-year-old Machiano Geswind was standing in front of his home when he was hit by a stray bullet.

    2181 days ago
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    1 killed, 2 wounded in suspected gang-related shootings in Lavender Hill

    Residents say a woman died while protecting her daughter after violence broke out between rival gangs.

    2204 days ago
  • Former Hard Livings Gang boss Rashied Staggie was charged with theft at the Cape Town Magistrates Court. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Staggie wants to a live clean life... free of crime

    The former Hard Livings gang boss says he now wants to help broker peace between warring gangs in the Cape.

    2217 days ago
  • FILE. The infamous Rolex Gang used to target people with high valuable items in wealthy suburbs across Johannesburg. Picture: Saps

    Three alleged Rolex gang members convicted on multiple charges

    The group was yesterday found guilty of murder, robbery & several lighter charges.

    2236 days ago
  • FILE: SAPS has since decided to join the initiative. Picture: GCIS.

    SAPS joins in on CT's gunshot detection sensors project

    Cape Town safety and security got the green light to roll out gunshot detection sensors across the city.

    2239 days ago
  • FILE: The city is dealing with suburbs plagued by gangsterism and firearm-related injuries. Picture: freeimages.com

    City of CT approves R21 mln tender for gunshot detection sensors

    The devices are able to detect and triangulate where shots are being fired and alert authorities.

    2240 days ago
  • A Mitchells Plain gang leader shows his tattoo. Picture: Giovanna Gerbi/EWN

    OPINION: Gangs offer a tempting 'home' to frustrated, unhappy youngsters

    The problem of school gangs is actually growing, according to research.

    2284 days ago
  • FILE: The Cape Flats in Cape Town South Africa. Picture: EWN.

    WC education want Saps to keep Bonteheuwel school safe from gangs

    Two rival all female gangs are fighting over who gets to recruit new members from the school.

    2288 days ago
  • FILE: ANC president Jacob Zuma is accompanied by the party's Western Cape Secretary Marius Fransman on a walkabout through Philippi in Cape Town on 6 January 2015. Picture: Aletta Gardner/EWN

    Report that Zuma met gang bosses is 'frivolous & pathetic'

    The ANC in the Western Cape has slammed the Mail & Guardian's article & says it's simply not true.

    2375 days ago
  • Over 9,000 illegal guns were destroyed in the Vaal on 16 January,2015. Picture: Vumani Mkhize/EWN.

    MEC aims to reduce number of illegal firearms

    A report released shows a worrying increase in weapons making their way into communities.

    2463 days ago
  • FILE: A grade seven class at Sonderend Primary School say they're relieved that the shootings have stopped in Manenberg. Picture: Shamiela Fisher/EWN

    WCED to try & mitigate impact of gang violence in schools

    Areas including Manenberg, Hanover Park and Mitchells Plin have been riddled by deadly gang activity.

    2560 days ago
  • FILE: Cape Town police officers search suspects after gang warfare flares up on the Cape flats. Picture: Shamiela Fisher/EWN

    Alleged Mongrels gang boss arrested

    The suspect is one of 16 people arrested on drug charges after narcotics valued at R31,000 were found on him.

    2560 days ago
  • FILE: Those who went to school on Friday morning were sent home early. Picture: EWN.

    Manenberg gang violence disrupts schools

    The Manenberg Safety Forum says most learners in the area stayed away from school this week.

    2563 days ago
  • Geweld and 17 others appeared at the Western Cape High Court facing 166 charges including murder, attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder. Picture: Thomas Holders/EWN.

    State witness testimony in the spotlight in 28s gang trial

    Alleged 28s gang leader George 'Geweld' Thomas and 17 co-accused face over 140 charges.

    2572 days ago
  • FILE:  Seven others were given suspended sentences. Picture: RSC Inc.

    14 Cape gangsters get hefty sentences

    Fourteen members of the Junior Cisco Yakkies gang were sentenced to 20 years each.

    2608 days ago
  • FILE: The man was on the school’s premises at the time of the incident. Picture: sxc.hu.

    Cape Town teacher caught in alleged gang crossfire

    The Grassy Park teacher was shot when a group of men opened fire on each other on Thursday.

    2627 days ago
  • A member of Cape Town's Special Investigation Unit keeps guard while a stop and search is performed in Manenberg. Picture: Thomas Holder

    Dangerous Streets: Gang Unit Manenberg

    The recent spate of violence in the gang-ridden areas of Manenberg and Hanover Park has prompted a response from Cape Town's joint anti-drug/anti-gang task force.

    2736 days ago
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