The Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) conducted an Integrated By-law Enforcement Committee (IBEC) operation in the city focusing on dilapidated buildings.
The operation was conducted as a measure to ensure that the image of the city is enhanced.
On Wednesday, 19 March 2025, the IBEC operation was carried out in the Marabastad precinct, where several businesses and buildings were inspected. During the operation, only one business was found to be compliant.
A total of six Section 56 infringement notices were issued to businesses for various contraventions, including the Businesses Act, 1991 (Act 71 of 1991), the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972) and the Fire Safety By-law. The electricity supply was disconnected to four businesses that was illegally connected and four businesses were closed due to non-compliance.
On the same date, the TMPD K9 Unit, together with other stakeholders, recovered a stolen vehicle in Centurion. The members received information about a vehicle that was stolen during a house robbery.
With the assistance of a vehicle tracking company, the members swiftly responded and the vehicle was found abandoned at a nearby location. The vehicle was taken to the South African Police Service pound for safekeeping.
The safety and security of the residents of Tshwane remains a priority and the TMPD is working tirelessly to ensure that this goal is realised. Well done to all the members involved
