Operation Shanela II clamps down on drug dealers in Kharkams
07 July 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Operation Shanela II continues to intensify their efforts to address the proliferation of drugs and this was evident during a success in Kharkams in the Kamieskroon policing area on 06 July 2025 at 23:00.
Members of Springbok POPS followed up on information received from the community with regards to a suspected drug house in Kamieskroon.
The team immediately responded and executed a search and seizure warrant at Berg Street in Kharkams in Kamieskroon during which a male person, aged 45 and a female aged 41, were arrested for dealing in drugs Section 140/1992 Art 5 (b) and Contravention of the National Credit Act.
Cannabis, mandrax and Tik with an estimated total value of R7 800-00 as well as bank cards, a cellphone and a substantial amount of cash were seized.
The cash is presumed to have been as a result of the sale of drugs.
The duo is expected to appear in the Springbok Magistrate's Court soon.
Police in the Namakwa District will continue to intensify its efforts to dismantle criminal activities within the region.
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Bridle Road in Kloof Gorge is closed following a serious head-on collision involving approximately six vehicles.
Entrapments have been reported, and the road is closed to allow recovery operations to take place.
Motorists are urged to use alternative routes, avoid the area and give emergency services
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
West Coast Medical Rescue, Metro EMS Rescue, Saldanha Bay Fire and Traffic Services, and SAPS are on scene at a collision involving two vehicles on Saldanha Road.
One patient sustained serious injuries and had to be freed from the wreckage by Metro EMS Rescue using specialized Hydraulic tools.
The
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Collaborative efforts between the police and the E2 (Eyes & Ears) private agricultural sector have dealt a massive blow to the copper cable organised criminal network. The coordinated actions led to the arrest of six foreign nationals who were found in possession of 560.85 kilograms of suspected
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The Durban Metro Police Service confirms that a serious crash involving four vehicles occurred at about 08h45 on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, on the M4 Northbound, near Hyper by the Sea.
Initial reports indicate that a bakkie travelling north overturned and landed in the path of oncoming traffic, resulting
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
On Tuesday morning, IPSS Medical Rescue responded to a stabbing that took place in Umhlali, where a 6-year-old girl was stabbed while in her classroom at a local church.
The girl, who was stabbed multiple times, is in a critical condition and has been transported to a specialist facility under the
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A serious motor vehicle crash has been reported on the M4 Northbound, near Hyper by the Sea.
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes where possible and approach the area with caution.
Traffic is severely affected. Motorists are urged to exercise patience and give way to emergency services
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A speedster was arrested this morning at 07h00 on the N1 at Sondela for driving at 175km/h. The arrest was effected by Traffic Officers from Modimolle Traffic Station.
The suspect was detained at Bela-Bela SAPS.
We continue to urge motorists to obey the speed limit.
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The
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) wishes the Class of 2026 well as they begin their final matric examinations tomorrow, Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
The Department encourages learners to prioritise their mental health and wellbeing throughout this demanding period, particularly as October marks
13 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
PVES members received a call regarding a pedestrian–vehicle accident involving a pedestrian who had been struck by a bus in Annlinne.
Members responded to the scene, where they found a male patient who was awake and alert but experiencing significant pain.
An initial assessment was conducted,