Operation Shanela sees 100 undocumented migrants arrested
More than 100 undocumented migrants have been arrested during police's "Operation Shanela"
According to Limpopo police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba, over 100 undocumented migrants have been arrested during "Operation Shanela" in the mining communities of Apel and Mecklenburg, located outside Burgersfort in Limpopo. The migrants will undergo verification and processing by law enforcement authorities before being deported.
In addition to the migrant arrests, police also allege that 26 wanted suspects were apprehended during the same operation. Police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba stated that the operation targeted illegal immigration, illegal mining, wanted criminals, and other unlawful activities.
Lieutenant General Jan Scheepers, the Limpopo provincial commissioner, praised the multidisciplinary teams for their successes in the operation. He reaffirmed the province's commitment to launching sustained high-density operations and assured the public that SAPS will continue to crack down on criminals and maintain the safety of communities. It was reported that the arrested suspects are expected to appear before the respective courts as applicable.
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