East Rand Crime Watch News

  REIGER PARK SHOOTING ACCUSED APPEARS IN COURT, ALLEGES BRUTAL ASSAULT IN POLICE CUSTODY Twenty-four-year-old Jamal Meyer appeared in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday facing serious charges, including murder, attempted murder, robbery, and the unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. Meyer and 23-year-old Cheslyn Collis have been linked by the State to a fatal shooting in Reiger Park earlier this month. The two Anti-Gang Unit officers were reportedly responding to reports of gunfire when they came under attack. The victims have been identified as Constable Tlomatsane, Constable Sibeko, Roleen Lessing and Jayden Magerman. The State further alleges that Meyer and Collis attempted to murder another person during the incident and robbed the two deceased police officers of their service rifles. During Tuesday’s court proceedings, Meyer’s lawyer, Samkele Kuzani, told the court that his client had allegedly been “brutally assaulted” while in police custody. Following t...

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  One SASSA grant recipient's wish list goes far beyond a bigger payout - and the second demand might surprise you. Link .thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/sassa/free-electricity-and-water-pensioners-demand-goes-beyond-r5000-sassa-grant-call/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_campaign=TheSouthAfrican&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawTxkXlwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVR6V2o4QVVWY0NraXAwUndzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeZAhQVcemMaFjGbELmCzHdFmvPNZ9vkRrTLn-YASWYwuUYNepJVSIlr8Dw4E_aem_CEkv24RfyrwIDYM2Fzb7FA#Echobox=1787024170

  Minister #KgosientshoRamokgopa hits out at municipalities for overcharging paying customers to subsidise non-payers and cover 30% technical losses. #TheCitizenNews Read more here https://www.citizen.co.za/.../ramokgopa-slams.../

  South Africa is moving closer to a cleaner and more modern public transport system with the introduction of the eKamva, the country’s first fully electric 15-seater minibus taxi.Developed by the GoMetro consortium, the eKamva is designed to replace traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) taxis while helping to reduce emissions across South Africa’s massive public transport sector, estimated to be worth around R90 billion.Rather than simply introducing an electric vehicle, the consortium has developed a complete electric mobility ecosystem tailored to the needs of local taxi operators. At the centre of the system is the flx EV Ecosystem, a fleet management platform that enables vehicle tracking, smart charging, power purchasing and digital passenger payments. The project also includes strategically positioned charging hubs near major taxi ranks. Initial infrastructure is planned for locations including Century City and Stellenbosch, making use of the approximately three-hour ...

  🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Carlos Sainz renews with Williams on a multi-year contract 💸 He will earn 30 million euros fixed per season. There will be no bonuses for results, as that's something the team cannot offer at this time. 👉 The agreement includes clauses tied to the team's performance, which would allow him to leave Williams prematurely. 👉 The announcement is imminent. [ @SoyMotor ] #F1

  [BETHLEHEM REGIONAL COURT HANDS DOWN LIFE TERM IMPRISONMENT SENTENCE TO TSHIDISO MOFOKENG FOR RAPE] #Sentencing #EndGBVF On Tuesday, 18 August 2026, the Bethlehem Regional Court sentenced 36-year-old Tshidiso Mofokeng for the rape of his ex-girlfriend. The Court heard the testimony how Tshidiso met the victim walking from a tavern on 08 December 2025. He then convinced her to accompany him to his residence. According to the testimony, Tshidiso assaulted the victim and violated her repeatedly for three days. During the third day, the victim managed to seek help through the window. She was rescued and taken to a local hospital. A case of rape was opened at Reitz Police Station, and Constable Khehle Mosikili of Bethlehem Family Violence Child Protection and Sexual Offenses Unit was tasked to complete the investigation. On Tuesday, 18 August 2026, Magistrate Monde Matsaya sentenced Tshidiso Mofokeng to life imprisonment, after the prosecutor, Mr Jaco Scholtz, had concluded the Stat...

  South Africa’s Paramount Marauder is gaining global attention as demand grows for the country’s formidable mine-protected armoured vehicle. Designed and manufactured by South African defence company Paramount Group, the Marauder is built for extreme environments, combining high mobility, blast protection and modular military capabilities.The armoured monster can reach speeds of up to around 110 km/h and has a road range of approximately 700 kilometres. Its modular design allows it to be configured for different military roles, including troop transport and weapons platforms. The Marauder uses a double-skinned, V-shaped hull designed to redirect blast forces away from occupants. Its protection and rugged construction have made it particularly attractive to military and peacekeeping forces operating in challenging environments.The vehicle can accommodate a crew of two and approximately eight to ten fully equipped personnel, while its substantial payload capacity allows for the inte...

  the truth panther : NCC Leader Fadiel Adams Set to Testify at Madlanga Commission Tomorrow After Late 70-Page Affidavit Submission and Claims of Explosive New Evidence National Coloured Congress MP and leader Fadiel Adams is scheduled to testify before the Madlanga Commission on 19 August 2026, after his appearance was postponed. The postponement followed the late submission of a lengthy sworn affidavit, reportedly about 70 pages plus annexures, which evidence leaders received after 9pm the night before. The commission, chaired by retired Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, had been seeking a statement from Adams since issuing a Rule 3 notice in October 2025. Madlanga criticised the late submission and described Adams’ explanations as “unbelievable”, saying it appeared he was not taking the commission seriously. Adams blamed problems with his parliamentary laptop. Adams previously lodged a Section 27 referral with the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption in late 2024 or early 202...

  Evidence at the Madlanga Commission raised serious questions about Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s alleged role in a Czech technology deal involving the late Jothan “Mswazi” Msibi. The Commission heard allegations that Nkosi used his SAPS credentials to facilitate the procurement of a surveillance device, reportedly known as a “grabber,” for Msibi.

  Gerrie Coetzee, known as the Boksburg Bomber, was the first African to win a world heavyweight boxing title, securing the WBA championship from 1983 to 1984, and remains a celebrated South African sports icon. Gerhardus Christian Coetzee was born on 8 April 1955 in Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa.Influenced by his father, an amateur trainer, Coetzee began boxing in his youth and developed his skills in a competitive amateur scene. He reportedly fought around 192 amateur bouts, losing only seven, which laid a strong foundation for his professional career Coetzee turned professional on 14 September 1974, defeating Chris Roos in a four-round decision. Over his career, he fought 40 bouts, winning 33, including 21 by knockout, with 6 losses and 1 draw. He captured the South African heavyweight title in 1976 by defeating James Mathatho and successfully defended it several times against top national and international contenders. One of his most notable early victories came against forme...

  Game on.Hyenas on one side and Wild dogs on the other side!What a sighting.Sabie River Low level Bridge!H1-2!

 

  Game on.Hyenas on one side and Wild dogs on the other side!What a sighting.Sabie River Low level Bridge!H1-2!

#EndGBVF #Sentencing The South African Police Service (SAPS) Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit in Kariega in the Eastern Cape, has welcomed the successful conclusion of the case involving the brutal murder and rape of eight-year-old Veronique May, whose body was discovered in Kamesh in October 2025. The accused, Lelethu Nkosana (27), was found guilty and sentenced in the High Court, Gqeberha, on Monday, 17 August 2026. Nkosana was sentenced to three years’ imprisonment for housebreaking, life imprisonment for rape and life imprisonment for murder. The sentences will run concurrently. His name will also be entered into the National Register for Sex Offenders. The case emanated from the disappearance of an eight-year-old Veronique, who was reported missing by her family at SAPS Kamesh on Sunday, 05 October 2025. A police search was immediately launched, and information was obtained regarding the person with whom the child was last seen. Police located th...