The law enforcement agencies in Gauteng continue unabated in the fight against crime. On 23 May 2023 until the early hours of 24 May 2023, the law enforcement agencies under the Command of Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Elias Mawela conducted operations simultaneously in three Districts, namely; Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Ekurhuleni with the main focus being raided at different hostels.
The team of law enforcement agencies comprised of members from SAPS, Metro Police, Department of Traffic, and Department of Home Affairs including Community Police Forum and Private security companies.
Different crime prevention actions such as roadblocks, stop and searches, foot patrols, and liquor compliance inspections were also conducted.
During the operations, several people were arrested for various crimes such as possession of drugs, possession of ammunition, and contravention of the Immigration Act five liquor outlets were also shut down and the owners were arrested for dealing…
