Gauteng MEC for Education, Mr Panyaza Lesufi, has expressed shock and outrage at the fatal shooting of the principal of Buyani Primary School in Finetown.
The principal was shot and killed on the premises in an apparent hit earlier today.
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Lenasia SAPS is investigating a case of murder and business robbery following the killing of an Indian male. The incident occurred at the shop situated at Volta Street, Lenasia Extension 10, on June 18.
Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Bafana Ndimande, said, “Six unknown African males armed with firearms entered the shop and pretended to be customers. They demanded money from the Indian male who was behind the counter. One of the assailants shot him twice on the upper body, and he fell onto the floor as a result. They took an undisclosed amount of money and fled on foot.”
Sgt Ndimande added, “The paramedics were summoned to the crime scene and certified the victim dead.” Those with information should contact the SAPS National Crime Stop line at 08600 10111 / Lenasia Police Station at (011) 213-6045/6 or (011) 213-6057.”
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The Lenasia South SAPS is investigating a murder case, following the discovery of the body of a man beside the R558 (also known as the K43 road) adjacent to Lenasia South Extension 2. The body was discovered on June 25.
Members of the Johannesburg Metro Police Department who were on route to work, were flagged down by a member of the public at around 07:00. The deceased is estimated to have been in his early thirties. He was wearing a black hoodie jacket over a grey track top, blue jeans, pair of black Adidas sneakers with white stripes on the sides and a black Adidas cap. The deceased had sustained injuries to his head.
The body was taken to the Sebokeng Government Mortuary. For more information contact, Sgt Mvula on 071 675 5580.
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The Lenasia SAPS has opened an inquest docket following the discovery a body at the Tech Sport Ground in Lenasia Extension 6. According to Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Bafana Ndimande, on arrival at the scene, the police found the body of an unidentified man, lying on the ground. The body had no visible injuries.
The paramedics were summoned and they certified the man as dead. The deceased was wearing a blue work top and black trousers.
The pathologists transferred the deceased to the Diepkloof Government Mortuary.
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Thembelihle community members are appealing to the justice department to impose harsh penalties on rapists. It came after the community learnt of an incident where a 59-year-old man allegedly raped a 14-year-old girl.
Lenasia SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Bafana Ndimande confirmed the incident. He said, “An African female alleged that at about 17:45, on June 25, 2021, she arrived home at Thembelihle informal settlement (Lenasia), where her daughter informed her that her peers at school were laughing at her because she was pregnant. The mother asked a neighbour to speak to the daughter. It emerged that at about 19:40, February 17, 2021, an adult male known to the daughter forced himself on her. He further told her that he was going to marry her and make her his second wife. The police followed information that led to the arrest of the suspect. He was detained at the Lenasia SAPS cells and will appear shortly at the Protea Magistrates Court.”
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Police responding to a complaint at Thembelihle informal settlement (Lenasia) found an unknown African male lying on the street with bruises to the upper body. The paramedics were summoned to the crime scene and certified the victim dead. The pathologists transferred the deceased to Diepkloof Government Mortuary. The motive for murder is unknown at this stage. Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Ndimande urged community members to come forward with any information that can help in resolving this case to contact the SAPS National Crime Stop line at 08600 10111 or Lenasia Police Station (011) 213-6045/6 or (011) 213-6057.”
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Lenasia South SAPS is investigating three separate murder incidents committed between Friday, July 30, 2021, and Monday, August 2, 2021. All three incidents had a common element – gun violence. It is believed this is due to the proliferation of unlicensed firearms in the hands of criminals. In the first incident, it is alleged that the victim driving his black BMW 1 series, stopped near Jomo’s tavern to chat to a known female when a man emerged from nowhere and fired a single shot at the victim before disappearing in the dark. The victim was taken to Lenasia South Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival. He had sustained a gunshot wound to the back of his ear.
” Sgt Mvula said the second incident occurred at 21:00 on Sunday, August 1, 2021. A 24-year-old man was shot and fatally wounded in an open veld in Vlakfontein Extension 3. According to the police report, the deceased was in the company of his neighbour walking from Vlakfontein heading to Phumla Mqashi after watching soccer in Vlakfontein Extension 3, when they were confronted by an unknown number of perpetrators who robbed them of their handsets.
The suspects fired several gunshots that fatally wounded the 24-year-old victim. In the latest incident at 20:30, on Monday, August 2, 2021, a 35-year-old man was shot in Vlakfontein Proper. It is alleged that the deceased, who is the owner of Zolani Mawethu Funeral Services, was in the company of one of his employees in his white Toyota Fortuner at the main gate of his offices when three unknown men emerged and demanded the keys to his vehicle, before opening fire on them. Three separate murder cases have been opened for police investigations. No arrests have been effected at this stage, said Sgt Mvula.
Members of the public are encouraged to report individuals with unlicensed firearms, and those behind these murders, to save people’s lives and to bring the perpetrators to book. Information regarding individuals who possess unlicensed firearms can be shared with the acting station commander of Lenasia South police station SAPS, Lieutenant Colonel Malan, on 079 525 1460. Information provided will be treated in confidentiality.
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Criminals are always inventing new ways of terrorising the public. They use convincing methods to gain access to unsuspecting victims. On August 5, it is alleged that criminals used a black panel van sporting Covid-19 stickers during the commission of a crime. According to Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Bafana Ndimade, a woman alleged that she was at her residence at Islamabad Street in Lenasia Extension 11B when she heard a motor vehicle driving into her property.
She ran into her bedroom and hid under the bed. One unidentified man found her and ordered her to come out. She saw other identified men. They took her cash and other items worth an undisclosed amount of money. The items were loaded into the van. The registration number is unknown.
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Lenasia South SAPS Police has opened a case of murder following an alleged incident of mob justice that later claimed the life of an unknown adult African male. The incident occurred today, Friday, September 3, in Lenasia South Extension 4 . Lenasia South SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Khalipha Mvula said, “Police responded to call to assist a badly injured African male that was lying next to Mount Ziel Street and Himalaya Road in Extension 4. Police, upon arrival at the scene, summoned an ambulance to provide medical assistance to the victim who had bodily injuries as a result of being severely assaulted. Unfortunately, he succumbed to the injuries.”
Sgt Mvula added, “It is believed the deceased and his friend allegedly broke into a property. The community members allegedly mobilised themselves and pursued the suspects. They managed to apprehend one of the men and allegedly assaulted him. The victim later succumbed to his injuries. There are no arrests at this stage. As police, we do not condone acts of mob justice. An investigation will be conducted those involved in the incident will be arrested.”
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Lenasia SAPS is investigating a case of murder following the discovery of an unknown Indian male. The body was found at the corner of Eastside and Jewel Street in Lenasia Extension 13, opposite Osman Heights. Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Bafana Ndimande said, “The officers, responding to information provided, proceeded to the given address and found an unknown Indian male lying on the street with multiple injuries to the upper body. The paramedics summoned to the crime scene, certified the victim dead. The motive of the murder is unknown at this stage. Pathologists transferred the deceased to Diepkloof Government Mortuary.” Police are appealing to those who might have any information to contact SAPS at 08600 10111 or Lenasia Police Station at (011) 213-6045/6 or (011) 213-6057.
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Lenasia South SAPS arrested two male suspects, aged 19 and 22, in connection with a murder. Lenasia South spokesperson, Sergeant Khalipha Mvula, said, “ The pair were accompanied by one of the suspect’s parents when they handed themselves to the authorities at Lenasia South SAPS on Monday afternoon, September 13, 2021. The arrest of the suspects follows an incident that occurred in Hospital Hills this past Sunday, September 12, 2021, where the deceased body of an African male, whose age is estimated to be between 25 and 30, was found lying in a pool of blood next to one of the houses in Hospital Hills.
The deceased had sustained multiple injuries suspected to be as a result of a violent attack.” Sgt Mvula added, “Upon learning about their son’s involvement in the murder case, the parents didn’t hesitate to hand over their son and his friend to the authorities at Lenasia South SAPS. The two were detained for their involvement in the murder case. As police, we cannot rule out at this stage the possibility of making more arrests as our investigations continue to unfold. The suspects are expected to make their first court appearance in due course once formally charged.”
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Lenasia South SAPS has launched an investigation following the rape of a 13-year-old girl by an unknown perpetrator in Vlakfontein earlier this morning. Lenasia South SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Khalipha Mvula said, “It is alleged that at around 3 am, the father of the 13-year-old victim was awakened by noises of someone fiddling with the burglar door. He went to investigate, only to be confronted by an unknown gun-wielding African male who had already forced his way into the house.”
Sgt Mvula added, “The armed man allegedly held the 44-year-old father up at gunpoint and accused him of being involved in cable theft in the area. The father was told to take his daughter with him to meet the people who made the allegation. They then left the house. Along the way, the armed man told the father to go back to the house and wear his shoes as he was barefoot. His pleas to take his daughter with him were rejected. “The father left and went to seek assistance. The victim arrived home later and informed them that the perpetrator had raped her in an open veld near Qalakabotjha Secondary School. A rape case is currently under investigation.”
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Lenasia SAPS is appealing to community to assist them to reunite , Nthabeleng Mohotlane, with her family. She alleged that she resides in Finetown. Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sgt Bafana Ndimande said, “The child is currently at the Lenasia Cricket Stadium behind Signet Terrace Shopping Centre where the Gauteng Provincial Men For Change and Women Network are hosting a Heritage day celebration. For more information contact (011) 213-6045/6 or (011) 213-6057 or the Relief Commander at 071 675 6582.”
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On October 14, the Johannesburg Central police acting upon information, went to a house in Zakariyya Park, where they rescued 50 Ethiopian nationals aged between 12 and 50, held against their will.
SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Brenda Muridili said, “A 49-year-old suspect has been arrested for kidnapping. It is reported that these 50 people, were brought into South Africa to be reunited with their families living in the country, but on arrival, the person who transported them demanded money from their families before their release. They are currently waiting to be processed by the Department of Home Affairs. Some of their families have been notified. The suspect will be appearing in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on Monday.”
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The Ennerdale SAPS has recorded a high number of crimes which includes armed robberies, car hijacking and kidnapping. According to Ennerdale SAPS spokesperson, Captain Mokoena, these heinous crimes take place at no specific time of the day or week in Hiltonia. This place used to be a resort. There is a river that flows to the Elandfontein plots that attracts church goers, traditional healers and community members who perform ritual ceremonies. The criminals target vulnerable women and children. The police urge all those who want to visit the area to do so in groups or to avoid the area completely.
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The Lenasia SAPS is investigating a case of murder following the discovery of a body in an open veld opposite the South African National Defence Force Base in Lenasia on October 25. According to Lenasia SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Bafana Ndimande, upon arrival, the police found bystanders who pointed out an adult man lying on the ground. The victim had sustained multiple stab wounds to the upper body. The paramedics were summoned to the scene and certified the victim dead. The police found two knives. The motive for the murder is unknown at this stage. Pathologists transferred the deceased to the Diepkloof Government Mortuary.
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Lenasia South SAPS is investigating a case of concealment of birth following the discovery of a newborn baby at a dumping site next to the sports grounds in Hospital Hills, Lenasia South, on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Lenasia South SAPS spokesperson, Sergeant Khalipha Mvula, said, “The gruesome find was made by residents at around 18:00. Paramedics who attended the crime scene couldn’t ascertain the gender of the baby. At this stage, no arrest has been made. Investigations are underway to trace the perpetrator of this crime. Police are pleading with the members of the public to come forward with any information that will assist in speeding up police investigations by contacting Lenasia South SAPS on 010 230 0481.”
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The Moti brothers, Zidan, Zayyad, Alaan, and Zia Moti, aged between 6 -15, who were kidnapped, were found and reunited with their family last night. The brothers were on their way to school in Polokwane at approximately 7 am on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, when they were hijacked by a group of men brandishing rifles and handguns. SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Vish Naidoo, said, “Last night, November, 10, the police in Vuwani received a call from a local resident who said that the children arrived at their house saying they were dropped off in a nearby road.
Police arranged for a doctor who said that the children were in good health before meeting their parents. The children also appeared to be in high spirits during the reunion with their parents. The children have not yet been interviewed, but today, investigators will arrange for the SAPS psychologists to assist with that.” Brigadier Vish Naidoo added, “The investigation into the case of kidnapping is continuing, and we appeal to anyone who can assist with information that will help bring the kidnappers to book to contact the police. Information can be communicated via the SAPS Crime Stop number 086 00 10111 or via MySAPSApp. All information will be treated with the strictest confidence, and callers may remain anonymous.”
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Thandeka Zondo, from White City in Soweto, was reported missing on November 8, 2021. Earlier today (November 16), the suspect led the police to Klip River, next to the N12 informal settlement, where the body was found. Moroka SAPS spokesperson, Captain Mpande Khoza, said, “An African female named Thandeka Zondo, about 30 years of age, who resided at White City was reported missing by her mother at the Moroka SAPS. She has been missing since November 8, 2021.
All leads and information were followed up by the Moroka detectives under the command of Col Van Wyk.” Cpt Khoza added, “A suspect was traced and arrested. Community members alleged they saw a bakkie belonging to the suspect loading something in a plastic bag over the weekend. The suspect was brought in for questioning on November 15. He confessed to the police where the body of the missing woman was dumped.” “The suspect led police to Klip River in Lenasia, where the body was retrieved from the river. A case of murder has been opened, and one suspect has been arrested. Police are looking for the main suspect. Our appeal to the community is that when the relationship is no longer viable, don’t resort to murder. To all women, please do not stay in a toxic relationship that might result in losing your life,” said Cpt Khoza.
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