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Apprehended Suspects By: Neo Ntsele Five suspects, aged between 18 and 25, are set to appear in the Botshabelo Magistrate’s Court soon on various charges, including rape. This follows an intensive investigation by the Boithuso Crime Prevention Unit Relief A, acting on information during #OperationalShanela II, conducted from 3 to 4 August 2026. In the early hours of Monday, 3 August 2026, around 01:30 in F-Section, Boithuso Policing precinct, two females and two males returni

Gregony Deck By: Staff Reporter The Hawks in the Free State are requesting public help to locate Gregony Deck (35), who is sought in relation to charges of human trafficking, kidnapping, and rape that occurred in Bloemfontein from 1 to 4 August 2026. The suspect is thought to have escaped before being captured by authorities and is still on the run. Anyone with details about his location is encouraged to reach out to the investigating officer, Detective Warrant Officer Nkagis

By: Neo Ntsele Police in the Free State have significantly increased their efforts to tackle the usual rise in criminal activities through the multidisciplinary Operation Shanela II. As part of a national directive, the Free State SAPS is conducting focused campaigns in high-risk areas. During these operations, about 2,181 suspects were apprehended, involving high-visibility patrols, integrated roadblocks, and strong law enforcement actions. Detectives also played a role in t