Operation Shanela continues to sweep and clean the streets of Gauteng

Operation Shanela continue to sweep clean the streets of Gauteng province as law enforcement agencies arrests more than 1100 suspects for various crimes throughout the province.

The multidisciplinary operation that is comprised of different law enforcement agencies such as Metro Police, Department of Traffic, Department of Home Affairs, Department of Community Safety, Crime Prevention Wardens, Community Police Forum and private security companies is conducted simultaneously in all the five districts in the province.

The actions conducted include, roadblocks, stop and searches, liquor and second hand goods compliance inspections, vehicle check points and patrols.

During the operation, a total of 20 unlicensed liquor outlets were closed down and substantial amount of liquor was also seized.

Amongst the 1100 suspects arrested, 910 were wanted suspects arrested by the detectives across the province during their tracing of wanted suspects operation.

Some of the arrested suspects have already been released after paying fines while the others are expected to appear at court within their jurisdiction starting from 19 February 2024.