A swift response from SAPS Crime Prevention Unit, Gauteng Traffic Police SLEU, and Wardens SLEU led to the apprehension of illegal miners following a tip-off about illicit mining activities at an informal settlement in Daveyton.
Officers rushed to the scene, upon arrival, the suspects attempted to flee, but were apprehended.
A search uncovered various tools and equipment used for illegal mining.
The suspects were apprehended for illegal mining and contravening the Immigration Act.
Law Enforcement clamps down on illegal mining activities https://t.co/ODkc55aALn#ArriveAlive #IllegalMining #Enforcement @GP_CommSafety pic.twitter.com/9NeFwOCrSZ
– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) March 17, 2025
