The Kimberley Station Commander, Brigadier Nicholas Mtongana, led Operation Shanela 2 actions aimed at enhancing safety and security during the Safer Festive Season.
The operation was conducted with members from Kimberley, Galeshewe and Kagisho SAPS, the Tactical Response Team, Flying Squad, District Office, Pro-Active Policing Unit, Sol Plaatje Municipal Traffic Services, the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Correctional Services.
Operations commenced with a parade addressed by Brigadier Mtongana in his capacity as the overall operational commander.
A Vehicle Check Point (VCP) was conducted on the R64 Boshoff Road, during which 48 vehicles and 65 persons were searched.
Traffic enforcement resulted in fines to the value of R3 400-00 being issued.
During the operation, a 46-year-old male was arrested at the Samaria Informal Settlement for dealing in suspected drugs. Police seized drugs and money believed to be the proceeds of crime.
Furthermore, unlicensed liquor outlets selling concoctions were closed in Platfontein, and fines were issued.
Ten undocumented persons were arrested and detained for further processing.
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