Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Operation Shanela Strikes Again: Over 1,500 Suspects Nabbed in Gauteng Crime Crackdown

In a continued show of force against criminal activity, Gauteng police have once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to law and order with another successful execution of *Operation Shanela*. Carried out over the weekend of 26 to 28 September 2025, the large-scale operation resulted in the arrest of 1,567 suspects*
 across the province.

The operation, conducted by a multidisciplinary team of law enforcement agencies, formed part of an ongoing strategic campagn to rid communities of criminal elements and reinforce the authority of the State. Activities took place simultaneously across all five districts in Gauteng, targeting a wide spectrum of offences.

“A number of crime prevention actions were undertaken throughout the province, including the strategic placement of roadblocks in high-risk areas, stop-and-search operations, liquor compliance inspections, high-visibility patrols, and vehicle checkpoints,” confirmed Gauteng SAPS spokesperson, Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi.

Among those apprehended, 1,378 were wanted suspects linked to serious and violent crimes such as murder, attempted murder, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, rape, robbery, and hijackings. In a focused effort to combat crimes against women and children, police also arrested 180 individuals in connection with gender-based violence.

Additional charges faced by suspects included drug dealing, possession of stolen property, contravention of the Immigration Act, and driving under the influence of alcohol.

Those arrested are scheduled to appear before various Magistrates’ Courts from 29 September 2025, while others have already been released after paying admission-of-guilt fines.

Police have reiterated their call for public cooperation in the fight against crime. Members of the community are encouraged to report any suspicious or criminal activity by contacting the Crime Stop Hotline on 08600 10111, or by submitting anonymous tip-offs via the MySAPS mobile app, available for download on all smartphones.

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