Gauteng records rise in murders and robberies

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Between October and December 2023, Gauteng witnessed a surge in contact crimes, according to statistics released by provincial police commissioner Lieutenant-General Tommy Mthombeni on Tuesday. The province recorded an increase in contact crimes, with figures climbing from 50 039 in 2022 to 51 327 in 2023, marking a rise of 1 288 counts. Phemelo speaks to Gauteng Police Spokesperson Brigadier Brenda Muridili. We also speak to Westbury Community Leader Bishop Dulton Adams about the killing of crime activist Ashwyn Mccabe who was shot and killed in Newclare.

12 Mar 2024 12PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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