The Johannesburg District of the South African Police Service (SAPS) reported significant operational achievements during the weekend of 12–14 September 2025, leading to the arrest of over 567 suspects across a broad spectrum of offences.
“These efforts encompassed Operation Shanela II, station commander-led initiatives, high-density deployments, and spontaneous roadblocks,” stated Sergeant Anthony Kholo.
He further highlighted that SAPS, in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, apprehended approximately 180 individuals for crimes including attempted murder, unlicensed liquor trading, drug possession, illegal immigration, driving under the influence, and reckless or negligent driving. These arrests were primarily conducted during the high-visibility Operation Shanela, targeting the Jeppe, Cleveland, Hillbrow, and Yeoville policing precincts.
An additional six suspects were detained across different police stations within the district.
Furthermore, 99 arrests resulted from targeted station commander operations at various locations throughout the district.
A total of 89 individuals were apprehended for driving under the influence of alcohol, while nine suspects were detained for illegal mining activities.
During spontaneous roadblocks along the N14 freeway in Diepsloot and the N1 Grasmere Toll Plaza in Lenasia South, officers arrested six illegal immigrants and one individual for assault.
Detectives successfully traced and apprehended approximately 575 suspects linked to a range of criminal activities, including contact crimes, property-related offences, and other serious violations.
Several of those detained have already appeared in various magistrates’ courts.
Johannesburg District Commissioner, Major General Nonhlanhla Kubheka, commended SAPS members and their partners for their unwavering dedication to maintaining the safety and security of Johannesburg’s communities.
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