During several different stop-and-searches held in Katlehong last weekend, nine suspects were arrested.<\/p>\n
The operations were carried out by officers from the Katlehong police\u2019s Crime Prevention Unit.<\/p>
The arrested suspects were charged with various offences.<\/p>\n
Charges included trespassing, driving under the influence of alcohol, possession of counterfeit money and the possession of drugs (including dagga).<\/p>
Acting station commander for the Katlehong police Col Nomthandeki Mthembu thanked everyone involved in the arrests and encouraged them to continue their hard work.<\/p>\n
The suspects all appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrate\u2019s Court where their cases were postponed for various reasons.<\/p>\n
The Crime Prevention Unit will continue to host similar operations in the area.<\/p>\n
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