13 373 suspects including 276 alleged drug dealers arrested, 131 illegal firearms and 872 dangerous weapons seized in nationwide crime sweep

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its nationwide crackdown on crime through Operation Shanela, resulting in the arrest of 13 373 suspects for various offences between 27 April and 03 May 2026.
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