Limpopo police use operations to catch criminals
In Limpopo province, South African Police Service (SAPS) officers arrested 841 suspects for a variety of offences and recovered eight firearms. These arrests were made during a high-density multidisciplinary operation that ran for six days.
Key details of operation Shanela
- Operation Name: Operation Shanela
- Location: Limpopo Province, South Africa
- Dates: Monday, 9 September 2025 to Sunday, 14 September 2025
- Arrests: 841 suspects
- Recovered Items: 8 firearms
- Implementing Authority: South African Police Service (SAPS)
- Objective: To increase police visibility and combat crime in the region. For more stories like this visit City of Thohoyandou News
Simple summary of the story
During the week of 9 September to 14 September 2025, the SAPS in Limpopo conducted Operation Shanela, a multidisciplinary initiative focused on high-density policing. The operation led to the arrest of 841 individuals for various crimes. Additionally, police recovered eight firearms during this period. The operation aimed to heighten police visibility and actively combat crime within the Limpopo province.
Questions and answers about operation Shanela
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What is Operation Shanela?
Operation Shanela is a high-density, multidisciplinary operation conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) to combat crime.
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Where did Operation Shanela take place?
The operation took place in the Limpopo province of South Africa.
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When was Operation Shanela conducted?
Operation Shanela took place from Monday, 9 September 2025, to Sunday, 14 September 2025.
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How many people were arrested during Operation Shanela?
841 suspects were arrested during the operation.
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What items were recovered during Operation Shanela?
Eight firearms were recovered by the police.
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Who conducted Operation Shanela?
The South African Police Service (SAPS) conducted Operation Shanela.
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Why was Operation Shanela conducted?
The operation was conducted to increase police visibility and combat crime in the Limpopo province.
