Massive crime blitz in Northern Cape leads to over 500 arrests
Over 500 suspects have been arrested in Northern Cape for various offences including murder, attempted murder, burglary and dealing in drugs.
The suspects were apprehended during Operation Shanela across five districts.
Provincial police spokesperson Cherelle Ehlers says during the operations, large quantities of drugs, counterfeit goods and dangerous weapons, were confiscated.
Money suspected to be the proceeds of crime was also seized.
“Compliance inspections were conducted at liquor outlets, second-hand goods dealers, scrapyards, recyclers, firearm dealers, informal businesses, mines, and farms to ensure adherence to relevant legislation. These inspections resulted in the closure of 16 unlicensed liquor outlets.in total, 576 suspects were arrested for various offences.”
#sapsNC The continued commitment of #SAPS in the Northern Cape was demonstrated through #OperationShanela2 conducted across all five districts, leading to the arrest of 576 suspects between 9 and 15/02.
The intelligence-driven operation focused on crime prevention and… pic.twitter.com/aS5EEt6ZFV
— SA Police Service (@SAPoliceService) February 15, 2026