Police have arrested 762 wanted suspects during the first phase of Operation Shanela II, which took place overnight across Gauteng.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The operation moved into its second phase on Thursday in Olievenhoutbosch, Tshwane, where Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lt Gen Tommy Mthombeni, together with senior police leadership, led a major roadblock on the R55.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So far, police have arrested 87 suspects for various offences, including 80 undocumented persons, six suspects for possession of drugs, and one person for operating an unlicensed liquor outlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An NP200 bakkie with a tampered engine number was also seized for further investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operation Shanela II includes roadblocks, vehicle checkpoints, patrols, and community engagement activities aimed at improving police visibility and fighting crime across Gauteng.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Police say the operation will continue as part of ongoing efforts to create safer communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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