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ARTICLES RELATING TO CRIME

Sheldean's killer 'got what he deserved'

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Sheldean Human's parents say they "feel sorry" for the parents of her killer Andrew Jordaan, who was murdered in prison, but say that they have no sympathy for him.

Lover dead before being burnt, court hears

2012-02-13 22:38

The lover of murder accused Gerald Rossolloty was dead before her body was burned, the KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Pietermaritzburg has heard.

Cape Town cops appear for corruption

2012-02-13 20:45

Three policemen have appeared in a Cape Town court, facing charges of theft, dealing in drugs, and defeating the ends of justice.

Mpumalanga councillor's house vandalised

2012-02-13 18:06

The house of a Mpumalanga councillor has been vandalised during service delivery protests, police say.

Men in court for KwaZulu-Natal murder

2012-02-13 17:04

Two men accused of killing a man outside a tavern appeared in the Howick Magistrate's Court, KwaZulu-Natal police have said.

Man murdered over beer

2012-02-13 16:00

A 49-year-old man has handed himself over to police after allegedly killing a 19-year-old man in an argument over a beer, KwaZulu-Natal police say.

Tip-off leads to contraband cigarettes arrests

2012-02-13 14:39

Two men have been arrested and contraband cigarettes worth R600 000 seized in Mitchells Plain after a tip-off from the public, says the City of Cape Town.

KZN taxi boss shot dead

2012-02-13 13:34

A minibus taxi boss has been killed in a drive-by shooting in Damba outside Ulundi, a KwaZulu-Natal government official says.

Labour dept fraud case postponed again

2012-02-13 12:19

The trial of seven people accused of defrauding the labour department's Compensation Fund of close to R1m has been postponed again by the Pretoria Magistrate's Court.

Man dies after setting fire to sons, self

2012-02-13 09:13

A North West man who doused his house with petrol and set it alight, killing one of his sons and injuring another, has died of his burns in hospital, police say.

SA man strangled in Phuket

2012-02-13 09:13

A KwaZulu-Natal family’s anxious search for news of their missing son has turned to grief after finding out that his strangled body was found near a deserted Thai beach.

Kotzé victim in place of safety

2012-02-13 07:45

The estranged wife of Modimolle murder and rape accused Johan Kotzé has been taken to a place of safety after receiving a threatening phone call on the eve of his court appearance.

12 youths knocked down - man held

2012-02-12 21:47

A man has been arrested for knocking over 12 youths with his bakkie in Lawaaikamp, George, Western Cape police say.

Father sets self, kids alight

2012-02-12 16:58

A 4-year-old North West boy has died and his brother, 12, was burned when their father poured petrol over them and set them alight.

Stolen sheep found at funeral service

2012-02-11 20:43

Three men were arrested in Willowvale after they allegedly stole livestock to feed mourners at a funeral service.

Teacher 'watched boys fight'

2012-02-11 09:47
100 comments

A shocking cellphone video shows how two schoolboys from the Bergsig Special School in Uitenhage fight while their teacher only watches.

Train coaches set alight in Cape Town

2012-02-10 20:00

Three train coaches have been set alight in Kuils River in Cape Town, Metrorail says, leaving one of them completely destroyed.

Suspected robber shot dead in KZN

2012-02-10 20:00

A man has been shot dead after he allegedly resisted arrest by shooting at police outside Empangeni, police ay.

Bronx killing: Cops seek man, 36

2012-02-10 16:01

Cape Town police are searching for a 36-year-old man to help in the investigation into the murder of the owner of one of Cape Town's best known gay nightclubs.

No bail bid by Kotzé

2012-02-10 14:04

Johan Kotzé, the man dubbed the "Modimolle Monster" for allegedly orchestrating an attack on his estranged wife has not applied for bail.

Robbers attack Roodepoort cyclists

2012-02-10 12:13

A Roodepoort cyclist and her training partner have been attacked and robbed of their bicycles, worth R90 000, as well as other valuables.

Road rage killer guilty of manslaughter

2012-02-10 10:04

A 67-year-old Johannesburg diamond cutter who shot dead a man in a 2009 road rage attack has reportedly been found guilty of manslaughter.

3 arrested for illegal abortion

2012-02-10 09:18

A 21-year-old woman, her mother and a bogus doctor have been arrested for an illegal abortion and concealment of birth, Gauteng police say.

Kotzé: Cops out in full force at court

2012-02-10 08:11

Limpopo police will be out in full force to maintain order as the court appearance of rape and murder accused Johan Kotzé gets under way in Modimolle.

Bonnette to remain outside court

2012-02-09 22:46

Ina Bonnette will stay outside the Modimolle Magistrate's Court when her estranged husband appears on charges of killing her son and masterminding her rape.

ANCYL man's alleged stalkers get bail

2012-02-09 21:46

Two men accused of stalking Limpopo ANC Youth League secretary Jacob Lebogo have been released on bail by the Polokwane Magistrate's Court on Thursday.

Man held for selling fake airtime vouchers

2012-02-09 17:47

A man has been arrested for selling fraudulent airtime vouchers to several businesses in KwaZulu-Natal.

Child rape crisis concerns E Cape cops

2012-02-09 11:55

Sexual violence against young children and older people is becoming more frequent in the Eastern Cape and is concerning, the provincial police department says.

Shock over poisoning of 10 cats

2012-02-09 07:53

A Cape Town community has been shocked and upset by the poisoning of at least 10 cats at a Hanover Park apartment building.

Police get crime stop numbers wrong

2012-02-08 22:35

The police have admitted to printing incorrect contact numbers on billboards around Mpumalanga bearing the faces of most wanted criminals.

Premier condemns xenophobic attacks

2012-02-08 19:23

Free State Premier Ace Magashule has condemned recent xenophobic violence in the Welkom, saying "criminal elements" had taken advantage of protests over jobs.

Foreigners streaming into Western Cape

2012-02-08 15:30
127 comments

Foreigners are streaming into the Western Cape in their thousands, becoming both the victims and perpetrators of crime, MPs have heard.

ET trial: Victory for accused minor

2012-02-08 13:49

Some evidence gathered from a minor accused of killing rightwing leader Eugene Terre'Blanche has been ruled as inadmissible in his trial.

Family murder accused fit to stand trial

2012-02-08 12:30

A 51-year-old man who allegedly murdered his wife and disabled son in the Johannesburg suburb of Linden is fit to stand trial, psychiatrists have found.

Bikers converge at Hummer case

2012-02-08 11:22

Scores of bikers have converged on the Pretoria North Regional Court for the brief appearance of a man who allegedly ran over and killed two motorcyclists with a stolen Hummer.

Henning psychologist 'under surveillance'

2012-02-08 10:11

Chanelle Henning murder accused Andre Gouws has appeared in court, where it emerged he'd kept the offices of a psychologist appointed to evaluate the Hennings under surveillance.

Modimolle victim 'not broken'

2012-02-08 08:51

The Modimolle woman who was allegedly brutally assaulted by her estranged husband plans to attend his court case, to show him he hasn't broken her, a friend says.

Hummer driver in court over crash

2012-02-08 08:03

A man who allegedly ran over and killed two motorcyclists with a stolen Hummer in October 2010 is set to appear in court on charges of culpable homicide.

SA drug mule says friend betrayed her

2012-02-07 22:42
150 comments

A drug mule has written to her parents from prison in Bangkok, Thailand, saying that at the time of her arrest she was with her friend who betrayed her and successfully made a safe return to SA.

Neighbour 'killed mom, cut baby out'

2012-02-07 22:09

A case against a woman who allegedly stabbed a pregnant woman to death and stole her baby has been postponed.

Union shocked by miner's 'barbaric' murder

2012-02-07 21:01

The body of a murdered female mineworker has been found underground at an Anglo Platinum mine.

Two Cape Town ATMs bombed

2012-02-07 17:59

A group of men has bombed two ATMs in Cape Town and made off with an undisclosed amount of money, Western Cape police say.

Club owner found bound, marks on neck

2012-02-07 17:22

Police say a man, believed to be the owner of a popular Cape Town nightclub, was found dead on the floor of his home with his hands bound with tape, and marks found around his neck.

Cape Town club owner found dead

2012-02-07 15:47

The owner of a nightclub in Green Point, Cape Town, has been found dead in his house. Foul play is suspected.

Eye-testing machines stolen

2012-02-07 14:10

The Brakpan licensing centre is only able to provide limited services this week due to the theft of four eye-testing machines, the Ekurhuleni metropolitan municipality says.

Pretoria baby found at Hillbrow crèche

2012-02-07 12:35
84 comments

A 6-month-old baby that went missing from his home in Pretoria has been found at a crèche in Hillbrow.

6th arrest over killing of metro cop

2012-02-07 09:43

A sixth man has been arrested in connection with the murder of an off-duty metro police officer in Soweto, Johannesburg metro police say.

Pupils forced to 'mock-rape' bus seat

2012-02-07 09:43
174 comments

Senior pupils at a top Johannesburg private school are being probed for allegedly forcing younger boys to “mock-rape” a bus seat while on school outings.

Nurse due in court over patient rape

2012-02-07 08:33

A male nurse who allegedly raped a terminally ill cancer patient in a Bloemfontein hospital is set to appear in court.

Cops try to extort ex-TV presenter

2012-02-06 22:22

Two Johannesburg policemen have been arrested after allegedly threatening a former television presenter, saying they had "damning evidence" against her, and demanding R10 000.

Online hub launched to track crime

2011-12-01 14:53

An online system expected to assist in keeping tabs on crime to help prevention efforts has been set up by the Institute of Security Studies.

Avril Lavigne, boyfriend attacked

2011-11-08 14:40

Canadian singer Avril Lavigne and her boyfriend are recovering after being attacked outside the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood.

Lee-Ann Liebenberg's husband hijacked

2011-11-02 13:04

SA model Lee-Ann Liebenberg has tweeted that her husband, Nicky van der Walt, was hijacked in the driveway of their home.

Austin Powers actor linked to prison death

2011-10-12 11:54

Joseph Son, who was recently sentenced to life in prison for gang rape and torture, is suspected in the death of his cellmate.

Ryk 'saddened' by burglary

2011-09-28 09:56

Ryk Neethling’s swimming academy for the disadvantaged and disabled in Pretoria has been stripped bare by burglars, with items worth about R50 000 stolen.

Business pleased with drop in crime

2011-09-08 13:12

Business Against Crime SA has welcomed an overall reduction in crime, reflected by national crime statistics.

Govt wants access to BlackBerry messenger

2011-09-06 08:40

The government wants new regulation giving the police access to BlackBerry's encrypted messenger service, according to reports.

Austin Powers actor guilty of torture

2011-08-30 14:23

The actor who played Dr Evil's henchman in the first Austin Powers movie has been convicted for a 1990 rape.

Sacci: Copper theft up in July

2011-08-22 11:48

Copper theft in July increased to R15.84m, although lower world copper prices might have kept it from its previous highs, says Sacci.

Young expats want to return

2011-08-16 14:08
206 comments

A local property group says it is receiving many enquiries from young expat South Africans wanting to return home - despite their concerns about the country.

Barefoot Bandit signs movie deal

2011-08-12 14:27

A young man dubbed the Barefoot Bandit, after a cross-country crime spree brought him outlaw status, has reportedly signed a movie deal.

Kwaito star kidnapping case postponed

2011-07-20 14:29

The trial of kwaito singer Nkosana Thwala, who allegedly kidnapped his girlfriend and forced her to smoke drugs, has been delayed, police say.

Jub Jub murder trial postponed

2011-07-11 14:22

The trial of musician Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye and co-accused Temba Tshabalala has been postponed to July 14 in the Protea Magistrate's Court.

Kwaito star arrested for kidnapping

2011-07-06 12:51
77 comments

GP Gangsta kwaito star Nkosana Thwala has been arrested for allegedly kidnapping his girlfriend and forcing her to "smoke drugs" a day after being given bail for allegedly assaulting her.

MJ's manager admits tax evasion

2011-06-23 10:42

The general manager to late pop icon Michael Jackson has pleaded guilty to tax evasion in a federal court in Washington.

Two men charged in Joss Stone plot

2011-06-17 11:35

Two men have been charged with plotting to rob and assault British soul singer Joss Stone and reportedly had a sword in their car when they were arrested.

ProVerb details accident

2011-06-15 13:43

In a statement released by M-Net and 94.7 Highveld Stereo, ProVerb has recounted the events after he knocked down a 37-year-old Zimbabwean woman.

Idols presenter knocks down woman

2011-06-15 11:26

A woman has been injured after Idols presenter and musician ProVerb ran her over in Johannesburg traffic.

Illegal economy costing SA billions

2011-06-02 14:38

Illicit activity cost South Africa about R178bn last year and eroded economic growth, says State Security Minister Siyabonga Cwele.

IMF chief denied bail in sex case

2011-05-16 19:26

A New York City judge says the head of the IMF must remain jailed at least until his next court hearing.

Job seekers with crime records get break

2011-03-29 22:09

Thousands of job applicants who have committed minor crimes can now get their criminal records scrapped.

Illegal activity threat to SA economy

2011-02-24 15:44

Illicit imports and other unlawful activities pose a bigger danger to the economy than previously estimated, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

Japan halts Antarctic whaling

2011-02-18 11:09

Japan says it will halt its Antarctic whaling mission for the rest of the season because of harassment by environmentalists on the high seas.

Kentridge artworks stolen

2011-02-09 13:55

Four prints by William Kentridge have been taken from an art gallery in Johannesburg.

SA wins fishing victory in US court

2011-01-05 16:02

A groundbreaking US court ruling has set an international precedent and will have three defaulters pay restitution to SA.

Water crisis state's worst blunder: union

2010-12-29 12:55

Trade union Solidarity has listed the government's top 10 mishaps of the year and says that the water crisis was its worst.

Mhlongo off the hook

2010-11-30 15:19

The case against Orlando Pirates midfielder Benson Mhlongo, who was caught with an unlicensed gun in his car, has been withdrawn.

Cell C Chinese workers arrested

2010-11-14 15:47

Sixteen Chinese workers sub-contracted to build Cell C's high-speed 4G network have been detained in Durban.

German tycoon's killer gets 20 years

2010-11-07 10:52

The man who killed German millionaire Uwe Gemballa has reportedly been sentenced to 20 years behind bars.

Majali out on bail

2010-10-23 12:16

Controversial businessman Sandile Majali has been released on bail after an urgent application was lodged in the South Gauteng High Court, his lawyer has said.

R200m tender fraud accused get bail

2010-10-20 21:16

Seven accused, including former government officials, linked to R200m tender fraud in two provinces have been released on bail by the Pietermaritzburg Magistrate's Court.

'Crime threatens economic growth'

2010-10-20 12:20

Crime has the potential to derail South Africa's economic prosperity, Minister of Police Nathi Mthethwa says.

Bees Roux gets R100 000 bail

2010-08-30 16:00

Blue Bulls prop Bees Roux has been granted R100 000 bail but will remain in detention until he is able to pay this amount.

Wright not welcome in SA

2010-07-11 15:58

British journalist Simon Wright is the 19th foreigner declared a prohibited person for offences committed during the Soccer World Cup.

'Stolen' jacket worn to court

2010-07-09 08:10

A man who allegedly stole a jacket from a Mexican tourist and brazenly wore it in court, has been ordered to return it to its owner.

100 guilty in SWC courts

2010-07-05 21:52

World Cup courts have found at least 100 people guilty of offences related to the World Cup football tournament.

Hawkers arrested at Soccer City

2010-07-03 17:32

Ten hawkers trading at the Soccer City Stadium in Soweto have been arrested for violating their trade permits.

316 held for Cup-related crimes

2010-06-29 13:53

Since the start of the World Cup, 316 people have been arrested for crimes related to the tournament, says General Bheki Cele.

'Polite' gang robs Aus tourists

2010-06-28 09:38

Four robbers who tied up and robbed a group of Australians in Mpumalanga apparently asked if they were enjoying the World Cup.

Algerian shoplifter fined

2010-06-23 08:02

An Algerian man who tried to steal an Algerian soccer team jersey from a Waterfront clothing store has been given a R2 000 fine.

Cup court jails man for duvet

2010-06-21 21:21

A Cape Town man who tried to steal a duvet cover from an unlocked minibus hired by an SWC tourist, has been jailed for 20 months.

Robber threatens Cup tourists

2010-06-19 22:05

A lone robber has threatened to kill a group of Cup tourists after being caught in their rented house in Cape Town.

3 years for stolen tickets

2010-06-18 08:01

A Nigerian man has been sentenced to three years in jail by a special World Cup court for the possession of 30 stolen World Cup tickets.

Cup fraudster gets jail time

2010-06-16 08:22

A man has been sentenced to 18 months in jail after being convicted of defrauding a US tourist wanting to hire a car for the World Cup.

Fraudster to be sentenced

2010-06-15 14:17

A man convicted of defrauding an American citizen of more than R2 000 over the World Cup is to be sentenced in Pretoria, says the NPA.

Cele slams foreign criminals

2010-06-14 13:04

Police chief Bheki Cele has reportedly accused foreigners of taking advantage of the country's rampant crime and tarnishing SA's image.

Journo robbers jailed for 15yrs

2010-06-12 19:04

A Nigerian and a Zimbabwean man have been jailed for 15 years for robbing three foreign journalists in Magaliesburg.

Uruguay team robbed at hotel

2010-06-12 15:15

Thieves have broken into the Uruguay team's hotel and stolen $12 000 but police believe a member of the team's delegation may have been involved.

Fourth arrest in journo robbery

2010-06-10 18:21

Police have arrested a fourth suspect for robbing three European journalists in Magaliesburg, General Bheki Cele's office says.

3 arrested for journo robbery

2010-06-10 12:09
123 comments

Three people have been arrested for robbing three foreign journalists in Magaliesburg, and stolen items have been recovered.

Police arrest SA journalist

2010-06-09 19:28

An SA journalist has been arrested for "interfering with police" at the Magaliesberg lodge where foreign reporters were robbed.

Journo robbery 'rare incident'

2010-06-09 13:04
78 comments

The co-owner of the lodge where three foreign journalists were robbed says this is the first major incident they've had.

Sars confiscates fake jerseys

2010-06-08 18:16

Sars officials have confiscated nearly 16 000 suspected counterfeit Bafana Bafana jerseys worth over R9m, says an official.

High and dry in a foreign land

2010-06-03 00:00

PASSPORT? CHECK. Foreign exchange? Check. Travel Insurance? Check. Credit card? Check. Switch off the geyser, suspend newspaper delivery and, hey presto, the adventure begins. For the vast majority of South Africans their international travels are a source of great enjoyment, with the most significant hurdle being surly immigration officials.

No 'known' threat to SWC

2010-05-30 17:57

There is no known terror threat for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure says.

R2m fake Bafana jerseys seized

2010-05-24 20:10

Nine men have been arrested for allegedly possessing over 3 000 fake Bafana jerseys with an estimated street value of R2m.

'Terrorism' case postponed

2010-05-19 21:16

The terrorism case against three alleged right-wingers has been postponed by the Phalaborwa Magistrate's Court, reports SABC news.

Soapie extra arrested for abuse

2010-04-30 08:05

An actor who appeared as an extra in the soapie Backstage has been arrested after evading police for two weeks after allegedly beating his wife in the face with a firearm.

Steve races after armed robbers

2010-03-30 09:45

Singer Steve Hofmeyr has told how he chased after a gang of six armed robbers who held up a KFC as he and his girlfriend and two young sons were placing an order.

Kramer shocked by murder

2009-12-07 16:06

David Kramer has reacted with shock to the death of musician Helena Nuwegeld who has been murdered.

 

Murdered Bronx owner 'was scared'

2012-02-14 09:03

Murdered Bronx nightclub owner Bruno Bronn had been living in fear before he was murdered in his house last week, a friend says.

Western Cape praised for dog-fight action

2012-02-13 22:38

The Western Cape agriculture department has been commended for dismissing an employee allegedly involved in organising a dog fight near Plettenberg Bay last year.

Youths knocked down - driver stays in jail

2012-02-13 19:30

A man accused of knocking over 12 youths in Lawaaikamp, George, will remain in jail as he cannot pay his R5 000 bail.

Abortion 'doctor' denied bail

2012-02-13 18:06

A man accused of carrying out an illegal abortion, and allegedly raped his "patient" before the procedure, has been denied bail, Gauteng police say.

Bronx suspect knew victim - report

2012-02-13 17:03

An ex-bouncer, appearing in court in connection with the slaying of Bronx nightclub owner Bruno Bronn, knew him and had access to his house, reports say.

Delays in Krejcir robbery case slammed

2012-02-13 16:00

Czech businessman Radovan Krejcir's advocate says the State's two-day postponement in his armed robbery case is "an exercise of police power for power's sake".

Krejcir in court over armed robbery

2012-02-13 13:34

Czech businessman Radovan Krejcir and two others who were arrested in connection with an armed robbery last year, are to apply for bail later this week.

Hijacked woman's body found

2012-02-13 12:19

An Eastern Cape municipal employee has been found murdered, a day after going missing, police say.

Sheldean killer murdered in prison

2012-02-13 10:46
155 comments

The man jailed for the murder of 7-year-old Sheldean Human in Pretoria West in 2007 has been killed in a fight in prison, authorities say.

Teen raped at Eastern Cape church

2012-02-13 09:13
93 comments

A man has been arrested for the rape of a teenager at an Eastern Cape church, after going to a police station to find out if anyone had laid a charge of rape.

Krejcir arrested for armed robbery

2012-02-13 07:45

Czech businessman Radovan Krejcir and two others have been arrested for their alleged involvement in an armed robbery in Pretoria last year, according to the Hawks.

3 held for Free State cop's murder

2012-02-12 21:47

Three people have been arrested after a policeman was found shot dead in Botshabelo, Free State police say.

Gran, 69, raped in front of grandchildren

2012-02-12 20:17
82 comments

A 22-year-old Eastern Cape man has been arrested after allegedly raping a 69-year-old woman while her grandchildren looked on.

Byleveld's ring linked to Rolex gang

2012-02-12 15:48

Super sleuth Piet Byleveld is said to have accepted a wedding band from a businessman thought to be linked to an organised crime syndicate known as the Rolex gang.

Man whips wife to death

2012-02-11 11:39

A man allegedly sjambokked his wife to death near Klipgat in the North West province.

Cops arrested for corruption

2012-02-11 07:35

Three policemen from Cape Town have been arrested on charges of corruption.

Gauteng poisoning case delayed

2012-02-10 20:00

The case against a 13-year-old Soweto boy accused of poisoning his mother has been postponed in the Protea Magistrate's Court.

Cops to oppose bail for serial rapist

2012-02-10 18:00

A case against a man charged with raping 33 girls between the ages of 10 and 14 in the East Rand must wait to apply for bail, which police say they will oppose.

Terre'Blanche accused implicates self

2012-02-10 14:04

Chris Mahlangu, the man accused of murdering rightwing leader Eugene Terre'Blanche, has implicated himself in the crime.

Kotzé shows no emotion in court

2012-02-10 12:13

Modimolle rape and murder accused Johan Kotzé showed no emotion in court as his case was postponed to May 11 for further investigation.

Woman denies recruiting drug mule

2012-02-10 12:13

An Eastern Cape woman has denied helping to recruit and train her friend to smuggle cocaine into Thailand in her dreadlocks.

Johan Kotzé case postponed to May

2012-02-10 10:04

The case against Modimolle murder accused Johan Kotzé and his three alleged accomplices has been postponed to May 11.

Women come out in support of Bonnette

2012-02-10 09:18

Women from all walks of life are singing and dancing outside the Modimolle Magistrate's Court in support of Ina Bonnette, as her estranged husband and his co-accused appear.

Woman sentenced for animal cruelty

2012-02-09 22:46

A Krugersdorp woman has been given a suspended jail sentence and is not allowed to own another dog ever again for failing to get help for her severely injured dog.

Shopping spree with murdered man's money

2012-02-09 21:46

Two men wanted for a murder in Botswana were arrested in separate parts of Gauteng after they were found using the murdered man's credit cards, the Hawks have said.

Eastern Cape faked death case delayed

2012-02-09 18:52

The bail application of a former US soldier accused of faking his own death has been postponed by an Eastern Cape court.

Kotzé: Protests planned outside court

2012-02-09 14:13

The ANC Women's League and other women's rights groups are planning to protest outside the Modimolle court where murder and rape accused Johan Kotzé is scheduled to appear.

Alleged killer mom 'pregnant again'

2012-02-09 10:49
95 comments

The woman accused of killing her five children last year has appeared in court in Pampierstad, where the gallery was buzzing over her apparent pregnancy.

Ex-US troop who faked death held in SA

2012-02-08 22:35

A former US soldier accused of faking his own death is set to apply for bail in the Sterkspruit Magistrate's Court.

Girl raped, throat slit - man in court

2012-02-08 21:21

A Katlehong man accused of raping a seven-year-old girl and slitting her throat, has appeared in the Alberton Magistrate's Court.

Krugersdorp teen facing assault charge

2012-02-08 18:13

A 15-year-old schoolgirl at Krugersdorp High School is being investigated for assault for allegedly attacking a fellow pupil with a glass bottle after also subjecting the girl to cyberbullying.

Mom tracks down girl's attacker

2012-02-08 15:14

The mother of a 7-year-old girl who was raped and had her throat slit says police took nearly three months to arrest the suspect, and didn't even collect evidence.

MEC shocked by female miner's murder

2012-02-08 12:30

North West human settlements MEC Desbo Mohono has called on the police to spare no effort in finding those responsible for the murder of a female mineworker in a Rustenburg mine.

Bronx murder: 'No link to bouncer scandal'

2012-02-08 11:24

The murder of the owner of a prominent Cape Town gay nightclub has not been linked to a clampdown on the bouncer industry in the city, police say.

Drugs: Welfare official placed on leave

2012-02-08 11:22

A Western Cape social welfare senior director charged with drug possession has been placed on leave with immediate effect, social development MEC Albert Fritz says.

Shock over nightclub owner's murder

2012-02-08 10:11

Cape Town's gay community is in shock after the brutal murder of the owner of Bronx, a well-known gay nightclub.

Girl, 7, survives rape, slit throat

2012-02-08 08:48
218 comments

A Katlehong man has been arrested for raping a 7-year-old girl and slitting her throat. The child survived the incident.

Anti-drug official caught with drugs

2012-02-08 08:03

The Western Cape social development department has launched an investigation, after a senior official responsible for anti-drug campaigns was arrested for the possession of drugs.

Limpopo cops warn against sex videos

2012-02-07 22:33

Limpopo police have warned that people found in possession of home-made sex videos involving minors will be arrested, following the growing number of videos being circulated in Musina.

'Resurrected' artist charged with fraud

2012-02-07 22:09

The man claiming to be resurrected maskandi artist Khulekani “Mgqumeni” Khumalo has been charged with fraud, KwaZulu-Natal police say.

Bail for alleged cellphone thief

2012-02-07 18:00

A man accused of stealing cellular phones has been granted R1 000 bail by the Mankweng Magistrate's Court, police say.

Limpopo escapees arrested after jailbreak

2012-02-07 17:59

Police have re-arrested two of the six awaiting trial prisoners who escaped from the Malipsdrift police cells at the, Limpopo police say.

Cape Town club owner 'strangled'

2012-02-07 16:22

The owner of a popular Cape Town nightclub is believed to have been strangled at his Sea Point home.

3 arrested in perlemoen raids

2012-02-07 15:34

Three men have been arrested in three separate raids for illegally possessing perlemoen worth more than R2.5m, Western Cape police say.

Teen in court for killing gran

2012-02-07 14:10

A 14-year-old boy will appear in Mankweng Magistrate's Court for allegedly strangling his grandmother who had told him to do chores.

Dad kills teen accused of attempted rape

2012-02-07 11:14
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A KwaZulu-Natal father has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a teenage boy accused of attempting to rape his 7-year-old daughter.

2 found guilty of Krugersdorp robberies

2012-02-07 09:43

Two criminals who terrorised homes in Krugersdorp in 2009 have been convicted on four counts of robbery, with one of them also found guilty of murdering a homeowner.

Pastor held up after church service

2012-02-07 09:43

A Boksburg pastor has told how she and three others were held up and robbed after an evening church service, and how one of the robbers apologised to her.

Tearful mom pleads for baby's return

2012-02-07 08:32

A Pretoria mother has made an emotional appeal to the nanny of her kidnapped 6-month-old baby to bring him home safely, saying "he's all I've got".

Cyberheist suspects mum on accomplices

2012-02-06 22:22

The suspects arrested for allegedly being part of a syndicate involved in the theft of R42m from Postbank are staying tight-lipped about their accomplices, a SA Post Office spokesperson says.

Police probe Big Brother rape claim

2012-01-18 08:44

Brazilian police are investigating allegations of sexual assault aired on the country's Big Brother reality TV show, a spokesperson for Rio's police department has said.

LaToya: MJ was in the courtroom

2011-11-08 16:08

Michael Jackson's sister, La Toya Jackson, thinks the late singer was "in that courtroom" to hear Dr Conrad Murray found guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

Lee-Ann Liebenberg's hijacked car found

2011-11-02 15:46

The black Range Rover which was hijacked outside model Lee-Ann Liebenberg's house earlier has been located and recovered.

Steve Hofmeyr's son arrested

2011-10-18 08:34

Singer Steve Hofmeyr's son, Armand, has been arrested for doing 175km/h on the N1 highway near the Olifantsfontein off-ramp.

No legal aid for Jub Jub

2011-09-29 21:04

A legal aid lawyer will not be appointed to represent musician Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye in his murder trial, says Legal Aid SA.

Austin Powers actor sentenced to life

2011-09-12 10:48

Joseph Son has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted for a violent 1990 gang rape.

'SA won’t regulate BlackBerry chat'

2011-09-08 10:10

The government has no intention of clamping down on BlackBerry's Messenger service, Communications Minister Roy Padayachie says.

Counterfeit jerseys steal jobs

2011-09-04 11:07

The impact and implications of pirated products threatens the income and work of the true artists and creators, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

Jub Jub can’t pay lawyer

2011-08-22 11:48

Musician Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye has financial problems and may not be able to keep his current defence lawyer, the Protea Magistrate's Court has heard.

Robbers target bank clients

2011-08-18 22:22

South Africans who make large cash withdrawals are increasingly being hit by robberies, authorities say.

Paris Hilton's stalker to stand trial

2011-08-16 12:47

Paris Hilton's alleged stalker James Rainford is set to stand trial on two counts of stalking and three of disobeying a court order.

Bella survives with dagger in her head

2011-08-08 10:45

Stellenbosch painter and musician Vernon Swart's dog Bella has foiled a robbery during which a robber pierced her head with a dagger.

Cop: Jub Jub lawyer interfered with witnesses

2011-07-14 14:09

The lawyer for murder-accused musician Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye and co-accused Temba Tshabalala interfered with witnesses in the case, a policeman has claimed.

Crime hits half of SA businesses

2011-07-06 13:39

The latest Grant Thornton international business report says 50% of local businesses have been directly affected by contact crime in the past year.

'Youngest billionaire' stays behind bars

2011-06-27 16:35

The trial of South Africa's self-proclaimed youngest billionaire has postponed by the Orlando Magistrate's Court as investigations continue.

Tupac-related fugitive arrested

2011-06-22 08:25

A fugitive hip-hop mogul recently linked by a convicted killer to a shooting that wounded Tupac Shakur, has been arrested in a drug case.

Hacker jailed over Lady Gaga tracks

2011-06-17 08:04

A German teenager who hacked into computers, stole Lady Gaga and Justin Timberlake tracks ahead of release, and sold them to fans has been jailed.

ProVerb in shock after accident

2011-06-15 12:15

The Idols presenter who knocked over a woman in Johannesburg is still in a state of shock while waiting for more information on the woman's condition.

Art theft on the rise - auctioneers

2011-06-14 19:05

Art theft is on the rise, Artinsure has said, after another artwork was stolen from a Johannesburg auctioneer.

Jub Jub's lawyer delays trial

2011-05-23 09:42

The murder trial of musician Molema Jub Jub Maarohanye and his co-accused has been delayed because his defence lawyer is running late.

Gauteng is SA's crime capital

2011-03-30 13:06

Half of all the crime committed in SA takes place in Gauteng, making the province a priority for resources, says National Police Commissioner Bheki Cele.

Circumstantial evidence links artist murder suspects

2011-03-23 14:14

Circumstantial evidence is all that links six men accused of the murder of well known artist Cornelius Bosch, the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court has been told.

More funds to fight crime

2011-02-23 14:04

Spending on the criminal justice system, which includes the police, has increased to R91bn.

William Kentridge artworks stolen

2011-02-09 14:06

Four artworks by one of SA's best-known artists, William Kentridge, have been stolen from an art gallery in Parkwood.

Copper thefts ease in December

2011-02-02 12:30

The SA Chamber of Commerce and Industry says the cost of stolen copper cables remains high, although there was a marginal drop in December.

Financial watchdog for the Vatican

2010-12-30 16:36

The Vatican says it has created a new monitoring agency and issued new edicts in an effort to fight money laundering and terrorist financing.

Wiese's 'criminal' cash forfeited

2010-12-03 13:50

UK customs authorities have confiscated £675 000 from Shoprite chairperson Christo Wiese, saying they are satisfied the cash was associated with criminality, reports Moneyweb.

Charged for murder

2010-11-26 11:10

Bad Brad, Snoop Dogg, Jub Jub and Bees Roux have all been charged for the same crime - murder. We look at 6 deadly celebs.

Classical music cuts crime in NZ

2010-11-08 13:35

Classical music piped through speakers has dramatically reduced crime rates in the centre of New Zealand's second largest city, retailers said.

Rugby 'scuffle' leads to death

2010-10-28 22:25

A 17-year-old boy has been stabbed to death after an alleged scuffle over a rugby tackle at an Eastern Cape school.

Cage urges action on trafficking

2010-10-21 21:29

Hollywood actor and UN Goodwill Ambassador Nicolas Cage has appealed to the international community to do more to fight organised crime, while reaching out to the victims of trafficking.

Pirates player arrested

2010-10-20 15:35

An Orlando Pirates player has been arrested in Mbombela after he was allegedly found in possession of an unlicensed firearm.

World Cup benefits some way off

2010-07-13 15:57

It will take three to five years to see an economic spinoff from the World Cup, but it is too early to tell how great this would be, according to an academic.

No case after Spain robbery

2010-07-09 22:19

No criminal case has been opened after the Durban hotel rooms of two Spanish players were allegedly burgled, KwaZulu-Natal police say.

Crime 'dropped during SWC'

2010-07-09 08:10

Visible policing in Pretoria and Johannesburg saw significant drops in violent crime during the World Cup, security officials say.

Focus shifts to fighting crime

2010-07-03 19:25

The North West province has shifted its focus to fight crime after hosting World Cup matches there, says Public Safety MEC.

FIFA happy with SA policing

2010-06-29 14:13

FIFA says it's happy with policing at the 2010 World Cup so far and will leave the evaluation of the first two weeks up to the police.

Cops confirm FIFA HQ robbery

2010-06-29 13:12

A robbery at the FIFA headquarters has been confirmed by police commissioner General Bheki Cele, who says a probe is ongoing.

SWC blanket thief gets 2 yrs

2010-06-25 20:45

A North West man has been jailed for two years for stealing a blanket and beers from a German fan after a World Cup match.

28 convicted in special courts

2010-06-22 07:48

The NPA says 28 people have been convicted and two acquitted in the special World Cup courts in the three weeks of their operation.

SWC courts fast-track law

2010-06-20 16:54

SA's special SWC courts are handing out swift justice, many for petty offences committed by foreigners.

Mexican theft case postponed

2010-06-18 09:55

The case against a man accused of robbing a Mexican tourist has been postponed because the victim went to Polokwane to watch rugby.

Strike guard dies - claims

2010-06-16 14:43

Striking security guards in Durban say a colleague has died after being allegedly shot with rubber bullets during a protest.

Arrests after journos robbed

2010-06-15 14:17

Mpumalanga police have arrested three men suspected of robbing four Chinese journalists in their lodge in Nelspruit.

Protesting guards 'misled'

2010-06-14 20:01

Security guards who rampaged at Durban's Moses Mabhida stadium reportedly were misled by disgruntled rival security companies.

Brazilian held for theft in CT

2010-06-14 08:47

Cape Town police have arrested a Brazilian man for allegedly stealing two handbags at a restaurant during the World Cup opening match.

6 held for robbing soccer fan

2010-06-12 16:30

Six people who allegedly robbed a hotel in Mpumalanga and held up a Chilean soccer fan have been arrested in White River, police say.

Tourist robbed in cop shop

2010-06-10 21:16

Cape Town's special SWC Magistrate's Court has dealt with its first cases, including a theft from a tourist in a police station.

SA assures visitors' safety

2010-06-10 14:25

The SA government has moved to reassure World Cup visitors that their safety and security remain top priority, a spokesperson says.

Chinese journalists robbed

2010-06-10 07:55

An armed gang has stolen money and a camera from four Chinese journalists in South Africa, Chinese state media has reported.

SWC courts could be model

2010-06-09 18:18

The Law Society of SA says if the special World Cup courts are a success, they could be used to expedite access to justice.

Foreign journalists robbed

2010-06-09 10:06

Members of the Portuguese media contingent covering the 2010 Soccer World Cup have been robbed at gunpoint in their hotel, police sources say.

2 appear for hotel room theft

2010-06-03 16:52

The two women accused of stealing money from the Colombian soccer team's hotel rooms have applied for bail.

56 new courts for Cup crime

2010-06-01 21:02

Justice Minister Jeff Radebe will announce the opening of 56 courts dedicated to criminal matters relating to the World Cup.

'Bomb' journo's trial moved

2010-05-28 15:32

A bomb-joke case involving retired German photo-journalist Berndt Jurgen Fischer has been moved to the Cape Town Regional Court for trial.

CT stadium evacuated after bomb threat

2010-05-21 16:18

Police have confirmed that Cape Town Stadium has been evacuated after a bomb threat.

Fraud threat looms large over CFOs

2010-05-19 15:11

SA CFOs, like their African and global counterparts, are increasingly worried about personal liability from fraud, bribery and corruption.

Artist held for rape at KKNK

2010-04-05 23:11

A 37-year-old artist has been arrested for allegedly raping a 24-year-old woman at the Klein Karoo Nationale Kunstefees.

Quizmaster attacked in his home

2010-03-30 07:48

Retired radio and TV presenter Edwill van Aarde, 71, has been attacked and robbed in his Krugersdorp house in broad daylight.

 
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