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Man abandons suicide attempt in Joburg CBD after negotiation with cops
A timely intervention by members of the Johannesburg metropolitan police department saved a man’s life after he had tried to…
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Circulating video of JMPD officer receiving R1 800 in cash from motorist – Watch
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department said it has noted a video circulating on social media of a JMPD officer receiving…
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City Parks issues R246 000 in fines for cutting trees illegally in Joburg
Cutting down a tree outside your property without following the correct process could land you a fine of up to…
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Video: Foreigners & children found in slave-like conditions during Joburg warehouse raids
Piles of blankets litter the entrance of a dank, dust-filled illegal textile warehouse in Industria West, Johannesburg. Among heavy machinery…
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Hijacked Jeep recovered as robbers speed towards Diepkloof
A 37-year-old man has been arrested by the Joburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) K9 Unit in possession of a hijacked…
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JMPD close N12 in Eldorado Park after residents spark protest
The Joburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) closed off the N12 in Eldorado Park due to burning tyres and debris on…
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JMPD warns of job scams, no vacancies for metro police officers
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has distanced itself from fake advertisements that are circulating on social media and internet…
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JMPD intensifies fight against illegal land invasions around Joburg
Over the past few weeks, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has intensified its fight against illegal land invasions. The…
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City of Joburg & JMPD agree to compensate park dwellers over illegal evictions
The City of Joburg and the JMPD have agreed to compensate a group of “park dwellers” after illegally evicting them…
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Protesting residents block roads in Soweto
Johannesburg Metro Police Department officers are monitoring a protest in Soweto where roads have been barricaded. Several streets in Orlando…
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Drunk woman arrested after crashing into JMPD car
A woman was arrested after she crashed her car into a Joburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) patrol vehicle in Midrand…
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8 JMPD cops fired for fraud & corruption in first 6 months of 2022
Eight Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) officers were axed for fraud and corruption in the first six months of this…
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Almost 2 000 people arrested for drunk driving in first 6 months of 2022, JMPD reveals
Almost 2,000 people have been arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) for drunk driving in the first six…
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JMPD warns against illegal trading
Informal traders in Johannesburg have been warned against illegal trading. The Johannesburg Metro Police Department says traders need to be…
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JMPD deploys extra officers to Alexandra
Amid efforts to increase police visibility and prevent crime, the City of Johannesburg has deployed an extra 64 JMPD officers…
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JHB motorist fatally knocks down a metro officer
A Johannesburg motorist has been charged with culpable homicide after she fatally knocked down a female metro police department officer…
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JMPD warns civilians not to direct traffic during load shedding
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department is warning citizens to abstain from directing traffic during power cuts. Many people have taken…
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Authorities clearing the scene after 20 car pile-up near Soweto
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department says it is clearing up after a major accident on the N1 near Soweto on…
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JMPD officer in hot soup after crashing state car into a tree
A Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) officer who rammed a state car into a tree during morning traffic in Florida…
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Residents block roads & cause traffic disruptions during protest in Pimville
Pimville residents in Soweto have taken to the streets on Monday morning. It’s unclear what they are unhappy about, however,…
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Gauteng man posing as JMPD officer arrested
Gauteng man was arrested after he was found in possession of suspected stolen iPhone and 14 JMPD reflector vests. The…
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Police help family reunite with kidnapped toddler
A police task team has helped reunite a kidnapped 3-year-old girl with her family. The girl was taken last Thursday…
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2 cops nabbed for illegally dealing in ammunition
Two Joburg Metro Police Department cops and one member of the public have been arrested for illegally dealing in firearm…
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SAWS: Floods and disruptive rain expected across large parts of Gauteng
The SA Weather Service (Saws) has issued a warning for localized floods, disruptive rain, slippery road conditions and reduced visibility…
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2 kidnapped victims rescued after high-speed chase
Three male suspects were arrested on Saturday by undercover Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers in Kensington for hijacking and…
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Roads cleared after service delivery protest in Snake Park
Calm has been restored in Snake Park, Soweto, after residents blocked roads on Friday over lack of service delivery. “There…
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City of Joburg to revive Operation Buya Mthetho to address hijacked buildings & crime
The City of Joburg said that it would revive Operation Buya Mthetho to address hijacked buildings, illegal dumping, and illegal…
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JMPD warns Joburg residents against discharging fireworks on New Year’s Eve
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has issued a stern warning to Joburg residents who intend to set off fireworks…
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JMPD officer in hot water for his conduct during roadblock – WATCH
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has denounced the actions of its officer recorded in a video that has gone…
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N1 approaching Soweto reopened following protests
The N1 approaching the Soweto Highway has been reopened following protests this morning. Authorities say traffic is now moving slowly.…
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JMPD officers escape unharmed during cash-in-transit heist in Diepsloot
Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) officers have escaped unharmed after being shot at by cash-in-transit heist robbers in Diepsloot. The…
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54-hour water disruption from Monday for parts of Gauteng
In Johannesburg, Rand Water’s 54-hour shutdown set to start on Monday has led to the postponement of the city’s first…
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54-hour water shutdown to affect JHB traffic services
Rand Water’s 54-hour shutdown will affect Johannesburg traffic services. The shutdown from Monday to Wednesday will result in low pressure…
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VIDEO: Suspect sets car full of ammo on fire before shooting himself in chest
An eyewitness has detailed the grisly scene of a suspect setting his car alight and shooting himself in the chest…
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Residents pay up to R2000 for illegal power connections in Alex
Details have emerged of how much the illegal connectors are charging to connect residents with power in Alexandra. City Power…
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City Power distances itself from the death of a protestor in Alex
City Power has distanced itself from the death of a protestor in Alexandra and said it was in no way…
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JMPD officers arrest 97 for breaking curfew regulations on Sunday
The Johannesburg metro police department (JMPD) arrested 97 people for breaking curfew on Sunday night. In a tweet on social…
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Joburg warehouse owner arrested as cops uncover hijacked high-performance car parts in Booysens
Two suspects, 23 years old and 28 years old, have been arrested after Gauteng police yesterday, uncovered a warehouse in…
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Fitness trainer who allegedly strangled & assaulted female JMPD officer charged with attempted murder
An e-hailing driver came to the rescue of a JMPD female officer who was allegedly strangled by a suspected speeding…
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Watch Live: Killer Kau’s funeral service
Police presence was heavy as supporters gathered outside the Protea South Hall to bid farewell to Killer Kau today, 15…
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#GautengShutdown: M2 highway closed off as unrest sweeps through Joburg CBD
SAPS and Joburg metro police officers have been dispatched to parts of the Joburg CBD on Sunday as unrest swept…
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Update: Investigation under way after cash-in-transit heist on N1 North near Soweto
Police are investigating a cash-in-transit heist on the N1 North highway near Soweto. Armed men targeted a cash van late…
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Video: Drama as woman beaten up by officers after failing to bribe them and turning down male cop who asked her out
She sells dog beds by the side of the road and never thought she would be assaulted by cops. But…
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Roads blocked in Orlando East during protest over electricity
Johannesburg Metro Police said that big rocks and tyres were still blocking several roads in Orlando East in Soweto on…
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More than 40 arrested in Kagiso during Operation Okae Molao
Over 40 people have been arrested during Operation Okae Molao in Kagiso, west of Johannesburg. At least 23 were arrested…
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JMPD officer saves hijacked Bolt driver bundled in a car boot
A timely intervention by an off-duty Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officer saved a driver for e-hailing cab service Bolt…
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Suspects shot on M1 and one reportedly dead on scene in Woodmead
SAPS provincial spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo confirmed to Sandton Chronicle that there was an active crime scene but could not…
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Photos: Mixed emotions at the funeral
There were mixed emotions as JMPD’s Chief Chaplain Dr. Phinda Ngwenya’s funeral service was held at Roodepoort City Hall. Family,…
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5 injured as their car hits a tree in Mondeor
Five people were seriously injured when their vehicle hit a tree in a single-vehicle collision with a tree on Columbine…
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Metro police pounce on outlet and confiscate R1 million worth of alcohol
Metro cops have arrested a liquor outlet owner after he allegedly tried to bribe cops with R40 000 after being…
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