The SAPS continues to embark on a Multi disciplinary approach when addressing various serious and social crimes and on 9 January 2018, the Police Minister, Mr Fikile Mbalula, the National Commissioner of the South African Police Service, General Khehla Sithole and the Provincial Commissioner of the Eastern Cape, Lieutenant General Liziwe Ntshinga joined forces with members as well as several law enforcement agencies in East London.
The intelligence driven operation led the team to various hot spot areas, where they saturated and combed the crime infested areas.
During the clamp down operation at identified areas in the Quigney and Southerwood the Minister indicated his concern with the finding of young girls staying alone without parental supervision. The houses and flats searched were dilapidated and a clear indication that it’s being used as crime hubs. Children were taken to East London Police Station for arrangement to be taken to a place of safety.
The Minister addressed onlookers and members of the community who came in full support to observe the police action. “We will get rid of these criminals, that I can assure u today,” he said. “The police will continue to clamp down on these crime hub places,” he added.
The Operation was concluded with an off duty parade observed by the National Commissioner who extended a word of gratitude to all members commitment during the Operation.
“Your hard work and dedication has not gone unnoticed. Continue to ensure the Safety and Security of our people and regain their trust in us,” he said.
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