Kimberley: 24 September 2023: The high density "Operation Shanela", netted 148 arrests for an array of crimes while a further 133 daily wanted suspects were traced by detectives across the province this past week in the Northern Cape. Police actions were executed from Monday, 18 September 2023 to Sunday, 24 September 2023 and comprised of stop and searches, vehicle checkpoints, cordon and searches, high visibility patrols, compliance inspections at liquor outlets, tracing operations by detectives, visits to businesses and second hands goods dealers. Teams across the province conducted 7695 actions which included roadblocks and VCP's during which 3007 vehicles and 2790 persons were searched and fines issued for contravention of the law.
Through thorough investigation, the accused was found to have been involved in 13 counts.
SAPS K9 Unit in Port Alfred held an awards ceremony to recognise the excellent work.
Family members searched for Malope without any success and the missing person file was registered.