New crime-reporting WhatsApp channel launched in Stellenbosch
A new WhatsApp communication channel – used to report incidents of crime – is currently being piloted in Stellenbosch....
Category: Police
SU stunned during academic shutdown
Anke Spies and Enzokuhle Sabela A recent student protest at Stellenbosch University (SU) escalated when the South African Police...
Investigation ongoing after vandalism at Paradyskloof water treatment plant
A formal criminal investigation was recently launched after Stellenbosch Municipality’s water treatment facility in Paradyskloof was vandalised. This was...
Cloetesville residents “live in fear” as crime escalates
A Cloetesville resident was fatally shot by a gang member from the area on the morning of 26 June....
Stellenbosch residents must proactively safeguard vehicles, warns police
The South African Police Service (SAPS) of Stellenbosch has warned residents that they must take proactive measures to safeguard...
Missing Stellenbosch teen found, safe
A woman from Kayamandi has been found after being missing for three days. This is according to John Alexander,...
Suspected thief apprehended at street market
A student is suspected of stealing from vendors at the Dorp Street Sunday market in Stellenbosch. SAPS confirmed opening a case after eyewitness Raaiq Schroeder reported observing the theft. The suspect, seen frequently at markets, was confronted by stall operators after theft was detected, with evidence including a student card photo and possession of stolen items. Security services and SAPS responded to the incident.
Murder and robbery investigation underway after shooting in Klapmuts
A case of murder and robbery was opened by the South African Police Service (SAPS) Klapmuts, following a recent...
Neelsie break-in suspect confirmed to be SU student
A criminal case has been opened with the South African Police Service (SAPS) Stellenbosch following a recent break-in at...
One suspect detained for murder after shooting in Cloetesville
A suspect has been detained for murder following a recent shooting in Cloetesville that resulted in one fatality and...