Man Shot in Mhlasini Home Invasion

Hlengiwe Mbedzi
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Man Shot in Mhlasini Home Invasion

A 26-year-old man was seriously injured after being shot multiple times during a home invasion in Mhlasini, KwaZulu-Natal, early on Saturday morning.

The incident occurred at around 2:08 AM while the victim and his girlfriend were asleep in their rented room.

Two armed suspects forced their way inside, robbing the couple of cash and cellphones before shooting the man three times in his left leg.

The robbers fled the scene in an unknown direction.

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Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) officers responded to the scene and recovered a 9mm bullet and spent cartridges.

The victim’s girlfriend was unharmed in the ordeal.

The injured man was privately transported to a hospital for medical treatment.

Authorities are investigating the case and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Passenger Found Fatally Shot in Vehicle in Verulam

Hlengiwe Mbedzi
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A man in his thirties was found dead from a gunshot wound in the passenger seat of a vehicle in Verulam CBD, KwaZulu-Natal, on Saturday evening.

Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) officers were alerted at around 18:26 after a concerned member of the public reported the incident.

Upon arrival, the officers discovered the man slumped in a blue Toyota Etios sedan parked on Todd Street.

The victim had sustained a gunshot wound to the head, with both the front and rear windscreens of the car shattered.May be an image of 2 people

The vehicle’s keys were still in the ignition, and the front of the car appeared to have accident damage.

Witnesses reported seeing a man park the vehicle and walk away casually before the discovery was made.May be an image of 1 person, car and text

The identity of the deceased remains unknown at this time, and investigations are ongoing.

Authorities are appealing to anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation.

7 Foreign Shop Owners Arrested in KZN for Selling Expired Food

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7 Foreign Shop Owners Arrested in KZN for Selling Expired Food

Authorities in northern KwaZulu-Natal have arrested seven undocumented foreign shop owners suspected of selling expired food in Mtshezi.

The arrests were part of an operation conducted on Wednesday to inspect the quality of food sold in the area.

During the raid, officials also discovered firearms and over 500 rounds of live ammunition.

Inkosi Langalibalele Municipality Mayor Mduduzi Myeza confirmed that the shops linked to the suspects have been shut down pending further investigations.

“Some shop owners managed to escape, but we could not find them.

The police will investigate the firearms to determine their legality and whether they have been used in criminal activities,” said Myeza.

The arrests come amid heightened concerns over food safety in South Africa, with President Cyril Ramaphosa expected to address the nation on the ongoing food poisoning crisis.

Massive Trunkline Burst Wreaks Umgudulu

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Massive Trunkline Burst Wreaks Umgudulu

Emergency teams, including Disaster Management and Umgeni Water, are responding to a major trunkline burst in the Umgudulu area near Reservoir Hills.

The incident has caused widespread destruction, with multiple homes damaged and a flood stream running through the area.

Initial reports indicate no confirmed fatalities, but authorities are urging residents to avoid the scene for safety.

Umgeni Water has announced plans to isolate the damaged trunkline, which will lead to water outages in affected regions.

Residents are advised to prepare for disruptions.

Ward Councillor Alicia Kisson, who is on-site, confirmed the scale of the damage and emphasized the urgency of the situation.

“This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as more details emerge.”

Newborn Baby Found in Plastic Bag by Grass Cutters

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Newborn Baby Found in Plastic Bag by Grass Cutters

A newborn baby girl, left abandoned in a plastic bag with her umbilical cord forcibly removed, was discovered by grass cutters in Amanzimtoti on Wednesday.

The distressing scene was shared by Operation Bobbi Bear on Facebook, recounting how the infant, estimated to be just four hours old, was found ice cold and unresponsive.

Grass cutters handed her over to a local hardware store before members of Operation Bobbi Bear and emergency services, including Fast Care Ambulance and Toti Community Assist, rushed to her aid.

Thanks to quick intervention, the baby was wrapped in a space blanket to warm her, eventually letting out a small cry, indicating a fight for survival.

She was taken to Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital, where she is receiving medical care.

It is believed grass cutters found a newborn baby girl who was left in a plastic bag with the umbilical cord pulled off in eManzimtoti. | Operation Bobbi Bear

Adeshini Naicker, director of Childline KwaZulu-Natal, described the incident as “heartbreaking and disappointing,” emphasizing the need for better awareness and support for pregnant mothers in crisis.

“This tragedy highlights gaps in support systems and the ongoing challenges some individuals face.

Greater outreach and accessible resources are crucial to prevent such incidents and protect vulnerable children,” Naicker said.

KwaZulu-Natal Social Development MEC Mbali Shinga strongly condemned the act, urging the police to identify those responsible.

She praised the swift response from social workers, police, and the Amanzimtoti community in saving the child’s life.

“With all the available resources, including adoption options, incidents like this are deeply disappointing.

While we are relieved the child is safe, this serves as a reminder of the importance of strengthening awareness campaigns and support for parents in distress,” Shinga said.

Shinga revealed plans to trace the baby’s mother and explore sustainable care options such as foster care or adoption.

She encouraged communities to approach social workers for help when unable to care for their children.

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KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Constable Thenjiswa Ngcobo confirmed that a case of child abandonment is under investigation.

The incident has drawn attention to the critical need for improved support systems to prevent such heart-wrenching occurrences.

Durban Water Crisis Sparks Protests of Municipal Services

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Durban Water Crisis Sparks Protests of Municipal Services

The persistent water outages and unreliable supply of potable water in various Durban communities have sparked widespread dissatisfaction.

Raising concerns about the municipality’s ability to provide basic services.

Opposition parties have been vocal in their criticism of the ongoing crisis, which has triggered a wave of community protests.

Residents have demanded accountability and urgent intervention, with municipal and national officials frequently summoned to address the public at community meetings and media briefings.

The situation highlights growing frustrations over service delivery failures and the increasing pressure on the municipality to resolve the water supply issues.

Prostitute Stalks Client Over Short Payment

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Prostitute Stalks Client Over Short Payment

A 50-year-old man sought refuge at the Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) Headquarters in Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal, on Wednesday after being pursued by a prostitute demanding payment.

According to the man, the 24-year-old woman had been extorting money from him since September, accusing him of underpaying for her services.

The woman claimed the man booked a room and requested an unprotected “full house” service for R300.

After their encounter, he allegedly paid only R100, promising to return with food and the remaining amount, but never came back.

She and other sex workers later confronted him in the Verulam CBD on separate occasions, during which he reportedly paid her R50 three times.

The woman spotted him again on Wednesday and demanded the remaining R50, prompting the man to flee to RUSA HQ.

The man admitted to using the services of sex workers in the area but denied owing the woman money, claiming he only paid her previously to avoid public embarrassment.

Unable to confirm either version of events, RUSA officers mediated the situation, and the woman eventually agreed to drop the alleged debt.

KZN to Tighten Border Security Amid Rising Food Poisoning Cases

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KZN to Tighten Border Security Amid Rising Food Poisoning Cases

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thami Ntuli, has announced plans to bolster border security in response to an alarming spike in food poisoning incidents.

Speaking at a special meeting with mayors and municipal managers at the Durban ICC on Friday.

Ntuli emphasized the need for stricter measures to monitor the entry of goods, services, and undocumented individuals into the province.

“We are focusing on enhancing security at all borders to prevent illegal immigration and the infiltration of illicit goods. All items entering the country will be thoroughly inspected,” said Ntuli.

The meeting also addressed the national government’s proposed municipal by-laws, aimed at improving food safety and regulating spaza shop operations.

Unannounced inspections of spaza shops will be conducted to ensure compliance.

Ntuli stressed that these measures are about public safety and not targeting foreigners.

“This is a preventative approach to safeguard communities and ensure that food sold in shops meets safety standards,” he added.

The province is committed to addressing food safety concerns while fostering safe and compliant trade practices.

Hijacker Arrested Hours After Robbing Off-Duty Cops

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Hijacker Arrested Hours After Robbing Off-Duty Cops

A 34-year-old man was arrested just hours after allegedly hijacking and robbing two off-duty police officers in Avoca Hills, Durban, on Thursday evening.

Provincial police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed the incident, saying the officers, stationed at Greenwood Park police station, were held at gunpoint by a suspect on Courtown Crescent.

“Swift action by a multidisciplinary team, led by the Greenwood Park police station’s Visible Policing Commander, resulted in the arrest of the suspect shortly after the incident,” said Netshiunda.

The operation led police to a house in Newton A, Inanda, where the suspect was apprehended.

During the arrest, officers recovered two firearms belonging to the hijacked officers along with 30 rounds of ammunition.

A further search uncovered two additional unlicensed firearms and 12 rounds of ammunition. The stolen vehicle was also recovered.

The suspect is expected to appear in the Durban Magistrate’s Court on Monday, November 18, 2024, to face charges of hijacking and robbery.

In a related case earlier this week, KwaZulu-Natal police foiled a carjacking syndicate targeting e-hailing vehicles in Durban’s CBD.

Acting on intelligence, police arrested suspects in Newlands West after intercepting their plans along Inanda Road.

 

Father and Daughter Injured in a Brutal Home Invasion in Hazelmere

Hlengiwe Mbedzi
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Father and Daughter Injured in a Brutal Home Invasion in Hazelmere

A father and his 23-year-old daughter sustained serious injuries during a violent home invasion in Hazelmere on Sunday evening.

The family, a close-knit group of three, endured a terrifying ordeal when two armed suspects stormed into their home around 8:30 p.m., turning an ordinary evening into a scene of horror.

The suspects, armed and dangerous, reportedly gained access to the home and swiftly overpowered the family.

Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) arrived at the property shortly after the incident was reported.

Upon arrival, RUSA officers found evidence of a violent struggle that had left the father battered and his young daughter stabbed in the back.

Both victims were promptly rushed to a nearby hospital in a private vehicle, and their conditions remain undisclosed.

According to RUSA’s preliminary investigation, the assailants were merciless in their assault.

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The father was pistol-whipped repeatedly, while his daughter, despite her efforts to defend herself and her family, suffered a brutal stab wound on her back.

Both injuries, though non-fatal, are expected to require ongoing medical attention.

The suspects made off with an undisclosed amount of cash and several valuable items, including a laptop, a TV, and multiple cell phones, before fleeing the scene in a white Renault Triber, the registration of which remains unknown.

Authorities suspect that the car was parked nearby, allowing the criminals to make a swift getaway once they secured their loot.

Law enforcement agencies in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a search for the suspects, combing the area for any information that could lead to an arrest.

Police urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in tracking down the perpetrators behind this violent attack.

Sunday’s invasion serves as a chilling reminder of the recent increase in armed robberies in Hazelmere, sparking calls for heightened community vigilance and security measures to protect residents from such violent acts.

While police intensify their investigation, the family and the Hazelmere community remain shaken by the brutality of the attack, a grim sign of the ongoing struggle to ensure safety and security for all local residents.

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